Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) — Question 103

What binary coding is used most often for e-mail purposes?

Answer options

• A. MIME
• B. Uuencode
• C. IMAP
• D. SMTP

Correct answer: A

Explanation

MIME is the standard binary coding used for email, allowing for the inclusion of multimedia content. Uuencode was once used but is less common today, while IMAP and SMTP are protocols for retrieving and sending emails, respectively, not for encoding.