What are the different encryption methods and how do they work?

What are the different encryption methods and how do they work?

There are several encryption methods, including symmetric and asymmetric encryption. Symmetric encryption uses the same key for both encryption and decryption, while asymmetric encryption uses a pair of keys: a public key for encryption and a private key for decryption.

Can you give me examples of symmetric encryption algorithms?

Sure! Common symmetric encryption algorithms include AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), DES (Data Encryption Standard), and Blowfish.

What about asymmetric encryption? What are some examples?

Examples of asymmetric encryption algorithms include RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman), ECC (Elliptic Curve Cryptography), and DSA (Digital Signature Algorithm).

How do these methods ensure data security?

These methods ensure data security by transforming readable data into an unreadable format, making it accessible only to those with the correct keys.