Encryption methods

Encryption is a way to protect information by transforming it into an unreadable format using algorithms and keys. Think of it like locking a message in a digital safe; only someone with the correct key can open it and read the original content. There are two main types: symmetric encryption, where the same key is used to lock and unlock, and asymmetric encryption, which uses a pair of keys—one public to lock (encrypt) and one private to unlock (decrypt). These methods ensure data security during transmission and storage, safeguarding sensitive information from unauthorized access.