Cryptography

[#1]

Cryptography

---

Definition

Cryptography is the science of encrypting information. In the area of information technology, it means the encryption of data, connections, accesses, information, etc. There are countless methods, procedures and standards.

Many encryption procedures have a key that allows authorized users to view, read or even process the content. These keys are called cryptographic keys. Without the right key, the information can usually not be read or processed.

---

References

1. Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cryptography

Article in other languages:

• Deutsch