Private Key cryptography is also known as ______ cryptography.

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Private Key cryptography is also known as ______ cryptography.

  1. A.

    Private key

  2. B.

    Symmetric

  3. C.

    Asymmetric

  4. D.

    None of the above

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Correct answer: B

In symmetric cryptography, the same key is used for both encryption and decryption

It is faster and efficient compared to asymmetric cryptography

Requires secure key sharing between sender and receiver

Commonly used in systems where speed is important (e.g., data encryption in networks)

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