Which type of cryptographic key would be used when connecting to a secure website?

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Which type of cryptographic key would be used when connecting to a secure website?

  • symmetric keys
  • digital signatures
  • DES key
  • hash keys

Explanation: Typical usage of cryptographic keys includes the following:

  • Symmetric keys, which can be exchanged between two routers supporting a VPN.
  • Digital signatures, which are used when connecting to a secure website.
  • Hash keys, which are used in symmetric and asymmetric key generation, digital signatures, and other types of applications.

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