Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science
2.3Encryption
Encryption in Cambridge IGCSE Computer Science: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Learning objectives
What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.
- 2.3.1Explain why data is encrypted when it is transmitted.
- 2.3.2Explain symmetric and asymmetric encryption, including public and private keys.
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Encryption: symmetric and asymmetric keys
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