Cryptographic Techniques Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of a hash function in cryptography?

  • To generate random numbers for cryptographic operations
  • To encrypt data for secure transmission
  • To compress data for efficient storage
  • To map data of arbitrary size to fixed-size values (correct)
  • What does a hash function produce as output?

  • Fixed-size result called a hash value (correct)
  • Encrypted message
  • Random set of characters
  • Variable-length block of data
  • What property should a 'good' hash function have?

  • Always generate the same output for a given input
  • Produce outputs that are evenly distributed and apparently random (correct)
  • Produce outputs that are predictable
  • Have a variable-size result
  • What is the hash value also known as?

    <p>Hash code message and digest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cryptography, what does a hash function aim to achieve?

    <p>Evenly distributed and apparently random outputs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of a hash function in cryptography?

    <p>To map data of arbitrary size to fixed-size values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What property should a 'good' hash function have?

    <p>Produce evenly distributed and apparently random outputs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the hash value also known as?

    <p>Hash code message and digest</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a hash function aim to achieve in cryptography?

    <p>Ensuring data integrity and authenticity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a 'good' hash function in cryptographic techniques?

    <p>To produce outputs that are evenly distributed and apparently random</p> Signup and view all the answers

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