Exam SY0-701 topic 1 question 20 discussion

Blocking the string "http://" is the best way to prohibit access to non-encrypted websites. Non-encrypted websites use HTTP, while encrypted websites use HTTPS. This ensures only non-encrypted traffic is blocked without affecting encrypted websites. A. encryption=off: Not a consistent identifier for non-encrypted websites. C. www.*.com: Too broad, blocks both encrypted and non-encrypted websites. D. :443: Indicates HTTPS traffic, blocking it would deny access to encrypted websites.

The http:// string in a URL indicates that the website is using the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) without encryption. HTTP does not provide encryption, meaning data transmitted between the user and the website can be intercepted and read by third parties. Scenario Application: Identifying Non-Encrypted Sites: By scanning for the http:// string, the web filter can identify URLs that begin with this protocol, which signifies a lack of encryption. Blocking these URLs effectively prevents users from accessing non-encrypted websites. Security Enhancement: Prohibiting access to http:// ensures that users are only visiting websites that use HTTPS (https://), which encrypts data and provides a secure communication channel. Scanning for http:// directly targets non-encrypted web traffic, making it the most appropriate choice for denying access to such sites. This ensures that only encrypted websites, which protect data privacy and integrity, are accessible.

http:// --> Non encrypted websites. https:// --> Encrypted websites > Correct answer is B.

as it searches for a string match in a URL so the answer would be B as when the http:// is typed in the url a match will be found and the access would be blocked

A: idk, never seen this in a URL B: Specific to unsecured websites C: This can resolve to literally any site HTTP or HTTPS, to vague D: port 443 is https/secure

Http is not secure but https is.

http://

http:// is an insecure protocol running on port 80 that uses unencrypted traceable data for communication on uncertified, & unprotected websites. It is indicated that you are on one of these insecure websites by a warning, or lack of padlock in your web search URL.