What is Encryption? Symmetric vs Asymmetric encryption
Welcome to my channel! In this video, I'll be explaining encryption in just 2 minutes. So what is encryption?. Encryption is the process of converting plain text into a coded message that can only be read by someone who has the key to decipher it.
There are two main types of encryption: symmetric and asymmetric. Symmetric encryption uses a single secret key for both encrypting and decrypting messages. This means that anyone with access to the secret key can decode the encrypted message.
On the other hand, asymmetric encryption involves using two different keys - one public and one private - for encoding and decoding messages respectively. The public key is widely distributed while only you hold onto your private key which ensures greater security since even if an attacker gains access to your public-key he/she will not have enough information needed for decryption without knowing your unique private-key.
Symmetric encryption works well when communicating between trusted parties or over secure networks whereas Asymmetric encryptions provide better security when sending data across unsecured channels like internet where there's no guarantee about safety against attackers intercepting communication
So next time you hear people talking about "encryption", remember these basics- Symmetric & Asymmetric!
