Asymmetric Encryption
/ˌeɪsɪˈmɛtrɪk ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A cryptographic method using a pair of keys—one public and one private—to encrypt and decrypt data, ensuring secure communication and legal protection of information.
Asymmetric encryption protects client data during transmission in compliance with data privacy laws.
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- asymmetric encryption
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Commentary
In legal drafting, specifying the type of encryption is important for compliance with data security regulations; asymmetric encryption is often prescribed for secure key exchange.
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