#FutureBonusVoucher Encryption is a method of converting data into a coded format to protect it from unauthorized access. It ensures that only authorized parties can decrypt and read the original data. There are two main types of encryption:
1. Symmetric Encryption – The same key is used for both encryption and decryption (e.g., AES, DES).
2. Asymmetric Encryption – Uses a pair of keys: a public key for encryption and a private key for decryption (e.g., RSA, ECC).
Common encryption applications include:
End-to-End Encryption (E2EE) – Used in messaging apps like WhatsApp and Signal.
SSL/TLS – Secures web communication (HTTPS).
Disk Encryption – Protects stored data (e.g., BitLocker, VeraCrypt).
Password Hashing – Encrypts passwords securely (e.g., bcrypt, SHA-256).
Are you looking to implement encryption in a project, or just learning about it?