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TEST YOUR KNOWLEDGE WITH TOP MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
#1. What is the primary purpose of cryptography in computer security?
#2. Which encryption algorithm is symmetric and commonly used for securing data transmission?
#3. What is a cryptographic hash function used for?
#4. Which key is used for decryption in asymmetric cryptography?
#5. What does SSL stand for in the context of secure communication over the internet?
#6. Which type of attack involves intercepting and altering communication between two parties without their knowledge?
#7. What is the primary purpose of a digital signature in cryptography?
#8. Which encryption algorithm is known for its use in securing wireless networks under the WEP standard?
#9. What is the main advantage of asymmetric cryptography over symmetric cryptography?
#10. Which of the following is a common symmetric encryption algorithm used for securing messages?
#11. In public-key cryptography, what is the purpose of a public key?
#12. What is the purpose of an initialization vector (IV) in encryption algorithms like AES?
#13. Which encryption algorithm is based on mathematical problems related to integer factorization?
#14. What is the key length of the widely used AES-256 encryption algorithm?
#15. What is the process of converting plaintext into ciphertext called in cryptography?
#16. Which cryptographic algorithm is commonly used for secure digital signatures and key exchange protocols?
#17. What is the primary purpose of a salt in password hashing?
#18. Which type of encryption uses the same key for both encryption and decryption?
#19. What is the purpose of a nonce in cryptographic protocols?
#20. Which cryptographic algorithm is commonly used for secure email communication?
