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Cryptography 101 - A History and the Basics of Cryptography

Offered By: LASCON via YouTube

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LASCON Courses Cryptography Courses Data Security Courses Enigma Machine Courses

Course Description

Overview

Explore the fundamentals and historical evolution of cryptography in this 43-minute conference talk. Delve into the importance of data protection and the varying effectiveness of different ciphers. Discover why certain encryption methods, though easily crackable today, were once considered secure in the absence of advanced technologies like rainbow tables and powerful computers. Learn about classic ciphers such as the Boyscout Cipher, Visionnaire Cipher, and the infamous Enigma machine. Examine the progression of cryptographic techniques through the 1960s and beyond. Gain insights into the distinctions between mathematically and practically broken ciphers, with a focus on the current status of RSA encryption. Acquire valuable resources for further study and participate in a Q&A session to deepen your understanding of this crucial aspect of information security.

Syllabus

Introduction
What is Cryptography
Boyscout Cipher
Visionnaire Cipher
How did they do it
How it works
Enigma
The 1960s
Comparisons
mathematically broken vs practically broken
is RSA broken mathematically
Resources
Questions


Taught by

LASCON

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