Key Pair
/ˈkiː ˌpɛər/
Definitions
- (n.) A set of cryptographic keys comprising a public key and a private key used for secure digital communication and authentication.
The lawyer used a key pair to encrypt confidential client documents.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, key pairs underpin secure electronic signatures and confidential communications; accuracy in referencing public vs. private key roles is important in drafting.
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