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'''Cryptography''' is the study of ways to convert [[information]] from its normal, comprehensible form into an obscured guise, unreadable without special knowledge — the practice of ''[[encryption]]''. In the past, cryptography helped ensure [[secrecy]] in important [[communication]]s, such as those of [[spy|spies]], [[military]] leaders, and [[diplomat]]s. In recent decades, the field of cryptography has expanded its remit. Examples include schemes like [[digital signature]]s and [[digital cash]], [[digital rights management]] for [[intellectual property]] protection, and securing [[electronic commerce]]. Cryptography is now often built into the [[infrastructure]] for [[computing]] and [[telecommunications]]; users may not even be aware of its presence. | |||
{{See also|Timeline of cryptography}} | |||
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Revision as of 13:47, 21 November 2024
Cryptography is the study of ways to convert information from its normal, comprehensible form into an obscured guise, unreadable without special knowledge — the practice of encryption. In the past, cryptography helped ensure secrecy in important communications, such as those of spies, military leaders, and diplomats. In recent decades, the field of cryptography has expanded its remit. Examples include schemes like digital signatures and digital cash, digital rights management for intellectual property protection, and securing electronic commerce. Cryptography is now often built into the infrastructure for computing and telecommunications; users may not even be aware of its presence.
Pages in category "Cryptography"
The following 38 pages are in this category, out of 38 total.
