Clarify asymmetric cryptography and its use in OpenPGP

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Paul Schaub 2023-12-21 15:20:50 +01:00
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@ -20,7 +20,7 @@ Algorithm Preferences
See [](recipe-algorithm-preferences).
Asymmetric Cryptography
Asymmetric cryptography is used in OpenPGP. For a more detailed discussion see [](public-key-cryptography).
Asymmetric cryptography (also known as public-key cryptography) is used in OpenPGP to send messages without using a prior shared secret. For a more detailed discussion see [](public-key-cryptography).
Authenticated Encryption With Associated Data
Short AEAD, refers to an encryption scheme that ensures confidentiality of a message. Additionally, additional data, which is not confidential, may be associated with the message.