Symmetric key encryption: A form of cryptography that utilizes a single secret key for both encryption and decryption of data. The key is used to convert plaintext data into ciphertext, and the same key is used to convert the ciphertext back into the original plaintext. While this method provides a fast and efficient means of data encryption, securely distributing the key to the intended parties presents a unique challenge, as anyone who possesses the key can decrypt the information.
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