Symmetric Encryption
/sɪˈmɛtrɪk ɛnˈkrɪpʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A cryptographic method where the same secret key is used for both encrypting and decrypting data.
The company implemented symmetric encryption to secure confidential client information.
Forms
- symmetric encryption
- symmetric encryptions
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Commentary
In legal drafting or privacy policies, specifying symmetric encryption should clarify key management responsibilities and security standards to ensure compliance with data protection laws.
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