9 C# Cryptography

 

This chapter covers

  • The importance of data encryption.
  • What the difference is between hashing and encrypting.
  • The role of encryption in cybersecurity.
  • The various encryption methods in C#.
  • How do we encrypt and decrypt data.
  • The Development process of a "Message Encryptor" application.

In the modern world, it is impossible to exaggerate the importance of cybersecurity. With the ever-growing dependence on technology in all aspects of life, the potential for cyberattacks has never been greater. As a result, protecting against these attacks has become a top priority for individuals, businesses, and governments alike.

To be effective, cybersecurity must constantly evolve to stay ahead of the latest threats. This statement means that programmers must constantly learn and innovate to create the most effective Cybersecurity solutions. However, for cybersecurity to improve, we constantly need new passionate developers to join the ever-growing team of security experts. Moreover, as those who teach the next generation, we have the responsibility to introduce this to you; so that you can become one of those who innovate the next solution for the problems of the future.

9.1 Cybersecurity

9.1.1 What is Cybersecurity

9.1.2 What is the difference between Data and Cybersecurity

9.1.3 Cybersecurity categories

9.2 Encryption in C#

9.2.1 What is Encryption

9.2.2 Why do we encrypt?

9.2.3 Difference between hashing and encryption

9.2.4 Types of encryption

9.3 The process of encrypting and decrypting data

9.3.1 A.E.S. Advanced Encryption standard

9.3.2 How do we encrypt data

9.3.3 How do we decrypt data

9.4 The Message Encryptor

9.4.1 The project

9.4.2 Our Code

9.5 Summary

9.6 References