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Satya • 2.31K Points
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Q. What is the purpose of port numbers in networking?

  • (A) Identify devices
  • (B) Encrypt data
  • (C) Differentiate applications on a host
  • (D) Assign IP addresses
  • Correct Answer - Option(C)
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Explanation by: Satya
Port numbers allow a host to differentiate between multiple running services or applications.

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