Asymmetric Cipher: An encryption algorithm where two separate keys are used, one for encryption (the public key) and another for decryption (the private key). It’s distinct from symmetric ciphers, which use the same key for both encryption and decryption. Asymmetric ciphers, such as RSA, are fundamental for secure data exchange over the Internet.
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