What is the purpose of the SSL option in the Mail connector?

The purpose of the SSL option in the Mail connector is to encrypt data during transfer. Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) is a protocol that ensures secure communication over a computer network. When the SSL option is enabled in the Mail connector, it encrypts the data being transmitted between the email client and the mail server. This encryption protects sensitive information, such as login credentials and email content, from being intercepted by unauthorized parties during transit.

The other options do not directly pertain to the SSL function. Storing login credentials securely relates more to authentication practices instead of transmission security. Automatically sending emails in HTML format is a formatting option rather than a security feature. Limiting the number of email addresses pertains to configuration options, not encryption. Thus, the SSL option specifically focuses on securing data during its transfer between systems, making option A the most appropriate choice.