FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER

APPLICATION SYSTEM SOFTWARE

SYSTEMS SOFTWARE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the purpose of encryption software (Utility systems software)?
A
For security-scramble data using a key to encrypt so it can’t be understood. To decrypt a key is needed to put it into its original form.
B
For security-prevents unwanted access to or from a private network or the internet. Messages can be blocked based on criteria e.g. website addresses.
C
For security-scans for and removes malicious files.
D
For security-to block and remove programs designed to get your personal information.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The primary purpose of encryption is to protect the confidentiality of digital data stored on computer systems or transmitted over the internet or any other computer network. In addition to security, the adoption of encryption is often driven by the need to meet compliance regulations.

Detailed explanation-2: -Encryption software is software that uses cryptography to prevent unauthorized access to digital information. Cryptography is used to protect digital information on computers as well as the digital information that is sent to other computers over the Internet.

Detailed explanation-3: -It’s used to increase the confidentiality of the messages. Explanation: The private key is kept only by the receiver of the message. Its aim is to make sure that only the intended receiver can decipher the message.

Detailed explanation-4: -Public key encryption One key is nominated as the private key and is kept secret. The other key is distributed to anyone who wants it; this key is the public key. Anyone can encrypt a message by using your public key, but only you can read it. When you receive the message, you decrypt it by using your private key.

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