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What is cryptography, and how does it protect data?

Cryptography is the art and science of hiding data in plain sight. It protects data in transit and stored information using a cryptographic algorithm and keys.

What is the main difference between public and private keys in Public-Key Encryption?

The public key is made available to the world, while the private key is kept secret to oneself.

How does Public-Key Encryption provide confidentiality in a message exchange?

The sender encrypts the message with the recipient's public key, and the recipient decrypts it with their private key.

What is the purpose of a digital signature in Public-Key Encryption?

To provide authentication, the sender encrypts a document with their private key, and the receiver decrypts it with the sender's public key to verify. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of audit trails in business data protection?

Audit trails provide a record of all data accesses, allowing businesses to track and monitor data activities. Signup and view all the answers

Why do websites pay for privacy audits?

Websites pay for privacy audits to ensure they comply with privacy policies and protect user data. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a chief privacy officer in large businesses?

to review privacy policies and evaluate compliance to policies Signup and view all the answers

What is the main argument in favor of the Free Market View on privacy?

that consumers have the freedom to make voluntary agreements and the market responds to consumer preferences Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the Communications Assistance for Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (CALEA)?

to ensure that telecommunications equipment can be intercepted by the government with a court order or authorization Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the National Security Agency (NSA)?

to collect and analyze foreign intelligence data related to national security and protect US Government communications Signup and view all the answers