A user is configuring a mobile device to retrieve email from an ISP. In the process of verifying the connection, the user receives a message stating the outbound connection cannot be completed. Which of the following BEST describes the user's connection trouble?
A) SMTP port numbers need to be reconfigured.
B) An alternate IMAP server needs to be selected.
C) POP3 needs the SSL state reconfigured.
D) The user needs to connect using SNMP.

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SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol) is used for sending emails, and if the outbound connection cannot be completed, it is likely due to incorrect SMTP port settings.

A User Is Configuring a Mobile Device to Retrieve Email