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4.2. Research Opportunities in Cryptography
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- 1.
What is the main purpose of cryptography?
Hint
Think about online transactions.
- 2.
Name one application of cryptography.
Hint
Consider any example where data security is critical.
- 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.
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.
Design a simple encryption scheme using basic algebra and explain its working.
Hint
Consider how letters can be encoded using simple math.
- 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.
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