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When a user activates iMessage on a device, encryption and signing pairs of keys are generated as part of the setup process. This is a crucial step because it ensures that messages are securely transmitted between users. iMessage uses end-to-end encryption, which means that only the sender and receiver of the messages can read the content; not even Apple can access it. The generation of these keys involves creating a unique pair for each user that allows their messages to be encrypted before being sent and only decrypted by the intended recipient. This ensures the privacy and security of communications conducted through iMessage, which is a key feature that differentiates it from regular SMS messaging. Other options do not accurately describe what happens when iMessage is activated. For example, factory resetting the device, deleting previous messages, or signing out of all other services do not occur simply as a result of activating iMessage. These functions are not part of the iMessage activation process and highlight how the primary focus of the activation is around secure messaging rather than impacting the device's overall settings or data management.