encryption Flashcards

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what is data encryption

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Data encryption translates data into another form, or code, so that only people with access to a secret key (formally called a decryption key) or password can read it

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what is encryption also reffered to

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Encrypted data is commonly referred to as ciphertext

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3
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what is un encrypted data reffered to

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while unencrypted data is called plaintext.

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4
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encrytion is

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popualr and effective

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what are two types of encryption

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Two main types of data encryption exist - asymmetric encryption, also known as public-key encryption, and symmetric encryption.

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what is the primary function of encryption

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The purpose of data encryption is to protect digital data confidentiality

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7
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how is data transmitted

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transmitted using the internet or other computer networks.

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8
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what roles do modern encyption methods take

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modern encryption algorithms that play a critical role in the security of IT systems and communications.

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