Cryptography InfoSec Pro Guide

CHAPTER 1

The Language of Cryptography

We’ll Cover

   Fundamentals of cryptography

   Key concepts in cryptography

   Key terms and terminology

Cryptography is a field that has a language all its own—and a complicated and unique language it is. When you first delve into the field and dip those toes into the pool of knowledge known as cryptography, the terms may be overwhelming and intimidating.

Don’t let the idea of formulas, algorithms keys, and ...