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Encryption Algorithm

Encryption Algorithm: Set of mathematically expressed rules for rendering data unintelligible by executing a series of conversions controlled by a key.

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Set of mathematically expressed rules for rendering data unintelligible by executing a series of conversions controlled by a key.

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Set of mathematically expressed rules for rendering data unintelligible by executing a series of conversions controlled by a key. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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