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The basic concept of cryptography is simple -- you use mathematical algorithms in combination with cryptographic keys to provide users with confidentiality, integrity and/or non-repudiation. Mike Chapple, CISSP, explains how each of these goals are met, as well as the inner-workings cryptographic algorithms.
One-time pads explained
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Where to obtain a degree in cryptography
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A Ph.D. or Master's degree in cryptography?
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