Asymmetric Key Algorithms

Previously you learned about asymmetric key algorithms and you should understand that asymmetric encryption requires two keys: public and private. As a review, using the flashcards define asymmetric key encryption, public key, private key, and digital certificate. Then read the section on asymmetric encryption.

S/MIME is a standard for public key encryption by providing digital signatures and message encrypting for MIME data. S/MIME is built into most email programs such as Microsoft's Outlook to secure email.