4.2. Research Opportunities in Cryptography

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the main purpose of cryptography?

   Hint

   Think about online transactions.

2. 2.

   Name one application of cryptography.

   Hint

   Consider any example where data security is critical.

3. 3.

   What does cryptography mainly secure?

   • Data Integrity
   • Data Transmission
   • Data Formats
   • Data Storage

   Hint

   Think about what cryptography protects when information is exchanged.

4. 4.

   True or False: Public key cryptography requires both parties to have pre-shared keys.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how public and private keys work.

5. 5.

   Design a simple encryption scheme using basic algebra and explain its working.

   Hint

   Consider how letters can be encoded using simple math.

6. 6.

   Propose a research topic in cryptography that addresses current security needs in data transmission. Outline your approach.

   Hint

   Focus on how modern technology influences cryptography.