Encryption on the Web - Explained by Common Craft - INDV

Encryption is a fundamental part of using the Internet securely, but it is mostly invisible to the user. This video explains the basic idea of encryption and specifically the two types of keys that are used online: symmetric and public. It teaches:

• Why encryption matters on the Web

• An example of encryption used in history

• The basics of private key encryption

• The basics of public key encryption

• How public key encryption works when using a bank website

Video Info:

• Duration: 02m 53s

• Captions Available: YES

• Lesson Plan: YES

• Category: Technology, Net Safety

• ISTE Standard: Digital Citizen, Indicator 2d