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A 128-bit encryption key can represent a total of (2^{128}) possible combinations. In terms of characters, if we consider using hexadecimal representation (where each character represents 4 bits), a 128-bit key would be represented by 32 hexadecimal characters. If using Base64 encoding, it would require 22 characters. The specific number of characters depends on the encoding method used.

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What is encryption and its daily life example?

Encryption is the process of making information unreadable except to intended recipient by means of codes, cyphers, steganography, etc.DES - Data Encryption Standard128 bit encryption - used by browsers to communicate with secure serversRSS - Proprietary large prime number based encryptionPGP - Open source encryption similar to RSSWEP - Wired Equivalence Privacy, 40 or 128 bit encryption for secure Wi-Fietc.


Why should prime numbers only be used as encryption keys?

prime numbers only be used as encryption keys as in encryption the numbers are coded inj the form of 0s and 1s ,i.e binary form.


What encryption does a smart card use?

Smart cards typically use a combination of symmetric and asymmetric encryption. Common algorithms include AES (Advanced Encryption Standard) for symmetric encryption and RSA or ECC (Elliptic Curve Cryptography) for asymmetric encryption. These encryption methods help secure the data stored on the card and facilitate secure communication between the card and external systems. Additionally, smart cards often implement secure key management practices to protect sensitive cryptographic keys.


How many Chinese characters are there for everyday use?

around 3000 characters


What is a product cipher?

A product cipher is a type of encryption that combines multiple simple encryption techniques to enhance security. It typically involves two or more rounds of substitutions and permutations, where each round applies a different cipher method. This layering process makes it significantly more difficult for attackers to break the encryption compared to using a single cipher. Examples of product ciphers include the Data Encryption Standard (DES) and the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES).

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How many characters are used in a 64 bit WEP encryption key?

10 characters


How many hexadecimal characters must be used for 64-bit wired equivalent privacy encryption?

16


Which method of encryption inserts characters between existing characters?

Transposition cipher is a method of encryption that reshuffles the order of characters without changing them, often inserting characters between existing characters to hide the message. This technique does not change the characters themselves, only their positions within the message.


What is an Encryption algorithm that switches the order of characters?

A transposition cipher


What is the size of int in 128 bit computer?

I think it is safe to believe that it depends on the processor architecture. When you say 128-bit computer, this may mean different things. There is no such thing as an "128 bit computer". The design may allow 128bit core (processor) in which case an int most likely be 128bit. Or it may imply that only the bus is 128 bit. Or both. One may assume that on the 128bit Intel processor when it becomes available , the size of an integer data type will be 128bit IF it has an 128bit core, and not just the bus.


What is the process called for converting readable computer data to unreadable characters?

Encryption


What is the process of converting readable data into unreadable characters to prevent unauthorized access?

You would either encrypt the data, or and, encrypt the folder or hard drive, flash drive, etc.


Which Graphics card is better the HD3650 with 512MB DDR3 at 128bit supporting DirectX10point1 and HDCP or the 8600GT with 256MB DDR3 at 128bit supporting DirectX10?

id put my money on the 3650


Is the process of converting readable data into unreadable characters to prevent unauthorized access.?

Encryption


How many bits does syskey use for encryption?

128 BIT-ENCRYPTION


What is the difference between advanced encryption algorithm and encryption algorithm?

People have developed many encryption algorithms. One particular encryption algorithm is the Rijndael algorithm, usually called the AES or Advanced Encryption Standard.


What it means 256 bit encryption. is that means all possible combinations?

256-bit means there is 256 characters within the encryption alphabet. Just like Binary, Bi-Nary, Bi meaning 2. And when you speak Binary, you only use 2 characters. 0 and 1. with 256-bit there is 256 different characters ranging from 0 to a to # or even different lang characters. 256 is a large number and is hard to crack.