Which of the following defines format for Public Key Infrastructure?

2025

Which of the following defines format for Public Key Infrastructure?

  1. A.

    X.25

  2. B.

    X.509

  3. C.

    IEEE 802.11

  4. D.

    IEEE 802.3

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Correct answer: B

The question asks for the specific standard that defines the format used within Public Key Infrastructure systems. X.509 is the internationally recognized ITU-T standard specifically designed for managing digital certificates and authentication within PKI environments. In contrast, X.25 is a packet-switching protocol, while IEEE 802.11 and 802.3 define wireless and wired networking standards respectively.

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