What is the default port number used by SMTP for server-to-server email transfer?

Options

  • A. 21
  • B. 25
  • C. 110
  • D. More than one of the above
  • E. None of the above

Correct Answer (Detailed Explanation is Below)

B. 25

Detailed Explanation

Correct Answer: Port 25

  • TCP port 25 is the standard SMTP port for mail transfer between servers.
  • Port 587 is commonly used for message submission with authentication.
  • Port 465 is commonly used for SMTP submission over implicit TLS.