Asymmetric encryption, also known as public key encryption, uses a pair of keys - a public key and a private key. The public key is used to encrypt data, while the private key is used to decrypt it. This method is often used for secure communication over insecure channels, such as the internet.
Symmetric encryption, on the other hand, uses the same key for both encryption and decryption. While this method is faster and more efficient than asymmetric encryption, it poses a greater security risk as the key must be shared between parties.
In my opinion, the best choice for securing server transactions on a domain would be a combination of both asymmetric and symmetric encryption. Asymmetric encryption can be used to securely exchange symmetric keys between parties, while symmetric encryption can then be used for the actual data encryption.
This hybrid approach combines the strengths of both encryption methods - the security of asymmetric encryption for key exchange and the efficiency of symmetric encryption for data encryption. By utilizing both methods in conjunction, we can create a robust and secure system for protecting server transactions on a domain.
This week’s discussions will be on cryptography and how to secure server transactions on a domain. Cryptography is an area that is not the easiest topic to study and how public and private keys work on a computer for encryption and how hashing is performed. There are two types of encryption methods. Asymmetric and Symmetric. Research both and tell me what you think is the best possible choice to use and why you think your answer is correct.
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