[SOLVED] Example of symmetric encryption, asymmetric encryption and hashing

[fridus]

Hi,
Can anyone give me an example of when we are using symmetric encryption, asymmetric encryption and hashing?

 

[COLGeek]

For a class?

 

[Math Geek]

sure sounds like a homework question to me

symmetric is when both sides know and use the same password or key to secure a connection.

asymmetric means each side uses a different password or key to secure a connection.

hashing is simply a way to "fingerprint" a file for identification purposes mainly, and in no way is it a suitable way to secure a connection.

with this in mind think about all you do with and around your pc and it should be pretty obvious a couple examples of each.

 

[fridus]

sure sounds like a homework question to me

symmetric is when both sides know and use the same password or key to secure a connection.

asymmetric means each side uses a different password or key to secure a connection.

hashing is simply a way to "fingerprint" a file for identification purposes mainly, and in no way is it a suitable way to secure a connection.

with this in mind think about all you do with and around your pc and it should be pretty obvious a couple examples of each.

Thanks, yes, its for school =)

 

[COLGeek]

We don't do homework questions. What would you learn by having others do your work for you?