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algorithm


A rule or procedure for solving a logical or mathematical problem.
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authentication


The process of identifying an individual or data. In security systems, authentication is distinct from authorization. Authentication merely confirms that the identification of the individual or data i [..]
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certification authority


A certification authority, or CA, is the person or company who issues digital certificates to subscribers. They act as a trusted "third party" certifying the identity of the subscriber to an [..]
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cryptographic algorithm


A specialized algorithm used to encrypt or decrypt data.
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digital signature


A process which can be used to attach to an electronic message a digital code that is unique to the "signer" of the message. A digital signature results from the use of a "Private Key&q [..]
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electronic commerc


e - Any commercial activity that takes place, at least in part, between connected computers is part of electronic commerce. It is often referred to as "eCommerce".
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encryption


The process of encoding data in a way that prevent unauthorized viewing, especially while the data is being transmitted. This process makes the data content unreadable to everyone except those who hav [..]
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keys


Pieces of information that are used to encrypt or decrypt a message. The key can "lock" data and make it unreadable, and a corresponding key can "unlock" that data and allow use of [..]
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operative personnel


The are the people who perform sensitive duties for a certification authority or repository. Commonly, these are people who maintain the systems, issue certificates, or establish certification policie [..]
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prime number


A number, greater than 1,  which has two divisors, 1 and itself.
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