Cyber Security

Cryptography

By Mark Sharron | Updated 8 March 2024

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What is cryptography?

Cryptography is the skill of writing and cracking codes. Cryptography is used in encryption to protect classified or otherwise private information from being seen by unauthorised persons, as well as the prevention of a cyber attack.

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