In our digital age, protecting data and privacy has become more critical than ever. This course is your gateway to understanding the art and science behind securing information: Cryptography.
We will take you on an exciting journey from ancient historical methods used to hide messages in wartime, all the way to the complex algorithms that protect our daily communications, such as online banking transactions, encrypted WhatsApp messages, and even blockchain technology and cryptocurrencies.
What will you learn in this course?
- Core Principles: Understand the fundamental concepts of cryptography, including Confidentiality, Authentication, and Data Integrity.
- Types of Encryption: Differentiate between Symmetric and Asymmetric cryptography, and learn when and why each type is used.
- Global Algorithms: Get acquainted with the most famous encryption algorithms used worldwide, such as AES, RSA, and hashing functions like SHA-256.
- Digital Signatures: Understand how digital signatures and digital certificates work to verify identity and prevent data tampering.
- Practical Applications: Explore the applications of cryptography in vital fields like cybersecurity, e-commerce, and network security.
Basic
Cryptography
not elective course
