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Computer Cryptography

Computer Cryptography: Use of a crypto-algorithm program by a computer to authenticate or encrypt/decrypt information.

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Use of a crypto-algorithm program by a computer to authenticate or encrypt/decrypt information.

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Use of a crypto-algorithm program by a computer to authenticate or encrypt/decrypt information. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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