Encryption Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
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Plaintext
A
The name for data before it is encrypted
2
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Ciphertext
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The name for data after it is encrypted
3
Q
Symmetric Encryption
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Symmetric encryption is when both the sender and receiver are given an identical secret key which can be used to encrypt or decrypt information.
4
Q
State how encryption helps keep data safe
A
The data will be meaningless if stolen.
5
Q
Asymmetric Encryption
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Asymmetric encryption is when two keys are used, a public and private key to encrypt and decrypt information.
6
Q
Public Key
A
A key known to everyone
7
Q
Private Key
A
A key known only to the receiver
8
Q
How are keys shared
A
- Both parties could verbally share the key in person
- Both parties may use standard postage mail to share the key
