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Encryption
Encryption is the process of converting plain text or data into a coded form (ciphertext) to prevent unauthorized access.
Encryption
Encryption is the process of converting plain text or data into a coded form (ciphertext) to prevent unauthorized access. It ensures that only authorized parties with the proper decryption key can access and understand the encrypted information.
Types of Encryption
- Symmetric encryption: Same key for encryption and decryption
- Asymmetric encryption: Different keys (public/private) for encryption and decryption