CompTIA A+ (220-901) — Question 37

A technician has been tasked with setting up email on a users phone. The user also wants the email to remain on the server. Which of the following ports would be BEST for setting up the phone?

Answer options

• A. 80
• B. 110
• C. 143
• D. 443

Correct answer: C

Explanation

Port 143 is used for IMAP, which allows emails to be accessed on multiple devices while keeping a copy on the server. Port 110 is for POP3, which typically downloads emails and may not keep them on the server. Ports 80 and 443 are used for HTTP and HTTPS, respectively, which are not applicable for email protocols.