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Which type of cryptography ensures confidentiality, data integrity, and authentication?

Classical cryptography
Symmetric cryptography
Asymmetric cryptography
Modern day cryptography (correct)

What is the main difference between classical and modern day cryptography?

There is no difference between classical and modern day cryptography.
Classical cryptography uses symmetric encryption while modern day cryptography uses asymmetric encryption. (correct)
Classical cryptography is more secure than modern day cryptography.
Classical cryptography uses asymmetric encryption while modern day cryptography uses symmetric encryption.

Which chapter(s) from Stalling's Book are required readings for this material?

Chapter 20 and Chapter 21
Chapter 2, Chapter 20, and Chapter 21 (correct)
Chapter 2 and Chapter 20
Chapter 21

What is the purpose of cryptographic hashing functions?

To ensure data integrity (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are some representative examples of classical encryption?

Transposition cipher and Caesar cipher (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which requirement(s) should encryption meet?

Both of the above (C) Signup and view all the answers

What are the elements of an encryption system?

Ciphertext, encryption key, and decryption key (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of symmetric cryptography?

To ensure confidentiality (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of asymmetric cryptography?

To ensure authentication (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between symmetric and asymmetric cryptography?

Symmetric cryptography uses the same key for encryption and decryption, while asymmetric cryptography uses different keys. (C) Signup and view all the answers