Choose the option below that best describes how a website owner can obtain a digital certificate.
A) Digital Certificates are automatically created when you register for a domain name
B) Visit a certificate authority and apply for a digital certificate
C) Digital Certificates are automatically created when you are listed in a search engine
D) none of the above

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Digital certificates are obtained through a certificate authority (CA) who will verify the identity of the website owner and issue a digital certificate containing the owner's public key. This process involves submitting an application, providing identifying information, and completing a verification process. Option A and C are not accurate, as domain registration and appearing in search engines do not automatically generate digital certificates. Option D is not a viable answer as it does not provide any information.

Choose the Option Below That Best Describes How a Website