Grade: ________________________ Date: _________________________
Name : _______________________________________________________
Instructions:
- Answer all questions.
- Each question carries equal marks.
- Write your answers in the space provided.
- Ensure your responses are clear and concise.
- Total marks for the paper: 20.
1. Explain encryption and its role in data security. (2 marks)
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2. Define public and private keys in encryption. (2 marks)
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3. Discuss the importance of crucial data security. (2 marks)
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4. Explain how public and private keys work together in encryption. (2 marks)
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5. Compare symmetric and asymmetric encryption techniques. (4 marks)
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6. Explain the role of public and private keys in email communication. (2 marks)
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7. Discuss the advantages of symmetric encryption over asymmetric encryption. (2 marks)
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8. Identify vulnerabilities associated with encryption. (2 mark)
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9. Define plaintext and ciphertext. (2 marks)
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10. Describe how encryption protects data during transmission and storage. (2 marks)
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