What is an encryption system that uses two keys: a public key that everyone…

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What is an encryption system that uses two keys: a public key that everyone can have and a private key for only the recipient?

  1. A.

    Encryption

  2. B.

    IDS

  3. C.

    Security Audit software

  4. D.

    Public Key Encryption

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Correct answer: D

Public key encryption allows secure communication where anyone can encrypt data using the public key, but only the intended receiver can decrypt it using their private key.

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