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What is the main purpose of E-mail?
What is the main purpose of E-mail?
- To allow for instant communication and document sharing (correct)
- To provide a platform for social media interaction
- To host websites and online services
- To facilitate downloading software and applications
Which protocol is used to send emails from the client to the server?
Which protocol is used to send emails from the client to the server?
- SMTP (correct)
- IMAP
- HTTP
- POP3
What does the Bcc field do in an email?
What does the Bcc field do in an email?
- Displays email addresses to all recipients
- Indicates the main topic of the email
- Hides recipients’ addresses from each other (correct)
- Automatically replies to all recipients
What is one of the common security threats associated with email?
What is one of the common security threats associated with email?
What should be included in the body of a professional email?
What should be included in the body of a professional email?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of email?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of email?
What should users do to protect themselves from malware in emails?
What should users do to protect themselves from malware in emails?
Which of the following is a recommended email etiquette practice?
Which of the following is a recommended email etiquette practice?
What does a clear subject line in an email signify?
What does a clear subject line in an email signify?
What is one of the disadvantages of using email?
What is one of the disadvantages of using email?
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What is email?
What is email?
Electronic mail is a method of exchanging digital messages over the internet.
How are emails sent?
How are emails sent?
Sending an email involves creating a message using an email client, such as Gmail or Outlook, and sending it through an SMTP server for transmission.
How are emails received?
How are emails received?
Receiving an email involves the recipient's mail server receiving and storing the message, which can then be accessed by the recipient using protocols like POP3 or IMAP.
What are 'To', 'Cc', and 'Bcc'?
What are 'To', 'Cc', and 'Bcc'?
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What are the subject and body of an email?
What are the subject and body of an email?
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What are phishing and spam emails?
What are phishing and spam emails?
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What are some email security measures?
What are some email security measures?
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What are some email etiquette guidelines?
What are some email etiquette guidelines?
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What are the advantages and disadvantages of email?
What are the advantages and disadvantages of email?
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What is the importance of email?
What is the importance of email?
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Study Notes
Email Definition and Purpose
- Email, also known as electronic mail, is a method of exchanging digital messages over the internet.
- It facilitates instant communication, document sharing, and is essential for personal and professional interactions.
How Email Works
- Sending: A user creates and sends an email via an email client (like Gmail or Outlook). The client then communicates with an SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) server to send the message.
- Receiving: The recipient's mail server receives the message and stores it, then the recipient retrieves the message using protocols like POP3 or IMAP.
Email Components
- To: The primary recipient(s) of the email.
- Cc: Carbon Copy, used for secondary recipients.
- Bcc: Blind Carbon Copy, hides recipients' addresses from each other.
- Subject: The topic or purpose of the email.
- Body: The main content of the email message.
- Attachments: Files (documents, images, etc.) included with the email.
Email Structure and Formatting
- Opening and Closing: Use polite greetings and closings for professionalism.
- Subject Line: Summarize the email's purpose for clarity.
- Body Content: Keep the body content concise, relevant, and well-structured.
- Attachments: Clearly reference any attached documents or files.
Email Security and Privacy
- Common Threats: Phishing (fraudulent emails), Spam (unsolicited emails), Malware (malicious software in attachments or links).
- Security Measures: Use strong, unique passwords, enable two-factor authentication, be cautious with links and attachments from unknown sources, and use encryption for sensitive emails.
Email Etiquette
- Professional Language: Avoid informal language in professional emails.
- Timely Responses: Respond to emails promptly.
- Respect Privacy: Utilize Bcc for large group emails to protect privacy.
- Avoid Overuse of Cc and Reply All: Only include necessary recipients.
Email Advantages and Disadvantages
- Advantages: Instant communication, easy organization, file sharing.
- Disadvantages: Risk of spam and phishing, potential for miscommunication, requires internet access.
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