Encryption Basics Quiz

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Symmetric encryption uses different keys for encryption and decryption.

False (B)

Asymmetric encryption is also known as public-key cryptography.

True (A)

The drawback of symmetric encryption is that it requires a lot of computing power to encrypt and decrypt data.

False (B)

Encryption is only used to protect data while it is being processed.

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Decoding encrypted data back to plaintext requires the use of a decryption key.

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Symmetric encryption is also known as public-key cryptography.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Asymmetric encryption uses two separate keys to encrypt and decrypt data.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Symmetric key ciphers are considered more expensive to produce.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Encryption works by encoding 'ciphertext' into 'plaintext'.

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If an unauthorized person gets their hands on the symmetric key, they will be able to decrypt any messages and data sent between the parties.

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Study Notes

Types of Encryption

  • Asymmetric encryption is also known as public-key cryptography.
  • Symmetric encryption uses the same key for encryption and decryption.

Drawbacks of Symmetric Encryption

  • Requires a lot of computing power to encrypt and decrypt data.
  • If an unauthorized person gets the symmetric key, they can decrypt messages and data.

Encryption Process

  • Encryption encodes plaintext into ciphertext.
  • Decryption requires a decryption key to decode ciphertext back to plaintext.

Key Characteristics

  • Symmetric encryption uses one key for encryption and decryption.
  • Asymmetric encryption uses two separate keys for encryption and decryption.

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