WorksheetsEncryption
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 12mins
Type of Encryption: If the same key is used to encrypt and decrypt a message, this is known as?
(a)
What type of key can be freely shared with anyone so that they can encrypt a message?
(a)
the process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access
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True or False.
An encryption key is used to help decrypt messages.
False
Taking a secret message and reproducing the original plain text is known as?
(a)
True or False.
Asymmetric encryption uses only 1 key
True
Information that is readable without performing any cryptographic operations.
(a)
The process of converting plaintext to ciphertext.
(a)
A string of text that has been converted to a secure form using encryption.
(a)
The process of converting a ciphertext into plaintext.
(a)
Encryption is a way of __________________
Hacking Passwords
Securing Information on a network
Securing Viruses
Deleting Application
Give 2 reason why we use Encryption based on the discussion
Efficiency
Scalability
Which of the following best describes encryption?
A process of hiding data so it cannot be accessed or understood without proper authorization.
A method for compressing data to save storage space.
A technique for converting data into a different format for easier transmission.
A way to increase the speed of data transmission over a network.
In public key cryptography, what is the private key used for?
Encrypting data
Decrypting data
Verifying digital signatures
Generating digital signatures
What is the primary purpose of encryption in computer security?
Preventing data loss
Ensuring data availability
Protecting data confidentiality
Accelerating data transmission
