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<\/a>What is Decryption?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Decryption involves transforming encrypted information into a readable format by reversing the encryption process, typically requiring a key or password. This ensures that only those with the proper authorization can access the original content.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/a>Types of Decryption <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are several types of decryption techniques:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Symmetric Encryption:<\/strong> In symmetric encryption, the same key is used for both encryption and decryption. Common symmetric encryption algorithms include AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), DES (Data Encryption Standard), and 3DES (Triple DES).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Asymmetric Encryption:<\/strong> Asymmetric encryption, also known as public-key<\/a> encryption, uses a pair of keys: a public key for encryption and a private key<\/a> for decryption. Examples include RSA Algorithm<\/a> (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman) and ECC (Elliptic Curve Cryptography).<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Hash Functions:<\/strong> Hash functions are primarily used for generating fixed-size outputs (hash values) from variable-size inputs (plaintext), they are one-way functions and not directly used for decryption. However, they are critical for data integrity and verification purposes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    <\/a>What is the Difference btw Encryption and Decryption?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Encryption<\/a><\/strong> is the process of converting plaintext into ciphertext using an encryption algorithm and a key while Decryption<\/strong> is the process of converting ciphertext back into plaintext using a decryption algorithm and a key. The primary difference lies in the direction of the conversion and the keys used:<\/p>\n\n\n\n