encryption Flashcards
1
Q
what is encryption
A
the process of encoding a message so it can only be read by the sender and intended reciever
2
Q
why is encryption important
A
if it isnt used data can be intercepted and read
3
Q
describe two types of encryption
A
symmetric - when a single key is used to both encrypt and decrypt the data , the key can be found making it bad
asymmetric - when
4
Q
3 reasons to use asymmetric encryption
A
no one else will read your message
you can be sure the message is authentic
you can be sure that the message hasnt been modified
