Questions tagged [encryption]

CryptoWanderer Mon Nov 18 2024 | 7 answers 1246

I'm wondering if ciphers are still being utilized in the modern era, considering the advancements in technology and the evolving landscape of encryption methods.

GeishaWhisper Sat Nov 09 2024 | 7 answers 1597

I'm interested in understanding the benefits of TLS. Why is it considered good or advantageous in the context of secure communication? What are its key strengths that make it a preferred choice?

HanjiArtistryCraftsmanship Thu Nov 07 2024 | 5 answers 1202

ECC is secure due to its reliance on elliptic curve cryptography, which offers stronger security with smaller key sizes compared to traditional methods. It's difficult to solve the discrete logarithm problem in ECC, making it resistant to common attacks.

Claudio Mon Nov 04 2024 | 5 answers 1299

I'm wondering why bcrypt is considered to be highly secure. I've heard it's used for password hashing, but what makes it stand out compared to other methods?

henry_miller_astronomer Fri Nov 01 2024 | 7 answers 1836

I'm curious about ring encryption. Could someone explain what it is and how it works in simple terms? I want to understand the basics of this encryption method.