Consider the following statements: A digital signature isan electronic record that identifies the ce

Question

Consider the following statements: A digital signature isan electronic record that identifies the certifying authority issuing itused to serve as a proof of identity of an individual to access information or serve on Internetan electronic method of signing an electronic document and ensuring that the original content is unchangedWhich of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Digital Signature Certificates (DSC) are the digital equivalent (that is electronic format) of physical or paper certificates. Examples of physical certificates are drivers' licenses, passports or membership cards.Certificates serve as a proof of identity of an individual for a certain purpose; for example, a driver's license identifies someone who can legally drive in a particular country. Likewise, a digital certificate can be presented electronically to prove your identity, to access information or services on the Internet or to sign certain documents digitally.