Abstract
In an era dominated by digital interactions, the protection of data from unauthorized access and malicious threats has become a critically essential task. This paper explores the pivotal role of cryptography in ensuring the security and confidentiality of information, with a specific focus on the Rivest-Shamir-Adleman (RSA) encryption algorithm. This paper serves two objectives, first, to improve the understanding of diverse encryption types, their benefits, and the importance of encrypted data, second, to clarify the fundamental principles that form the basis of encryption. By demystifying the complexities of cryptographic algorithms, with a specific focus on RSA, this paper contributes to the broader conversation on data security. It also fosters a more profound comprehension of the mechanisms that protect our digital interactions.
Advisor
Montelione, Thomas
Department
Computer Science
Recommended Citation
Kramer, Ethan, "Cryptography: Protecting Data in the Digital Age" (2024). Senior Independent Study Theses. Paper 11230.
https://openworks.wooster.edu/independentstudy/11230
Disciplines
Information Security
Publication Date
2024
Degree Granted
Bachelor of Arts
Document Type
Senior Independent Study Thesis
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