Which port does the secure version of Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTPS) or SMTP over SSL commonly use by default? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which port does the secure version of Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTPS) or SMTP over SSL commonly use by default?
A. 80
B. 25
C. 465
D. 110
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Port 465 is the historically standard port designated for running secure SMTP connections encrypted using SSL/TLS.

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