basic computer MCQ #16581

In public-key (asymmetric) encryption, which key is used to encrypt data that only the recipient can decrypt?

basic computer MCQ #16581

  1. Question 1

    Q1. In public-key (asymmetric) encryption, which key is used to encrypt data that only the recipient can decrypt?

    • A) The recipient's private key
    • B) A shared secret key
    • C) The sender's private key
    • D) The recipient's public key

    Answer: The recipient's public key

    Explanation: In asymmetric encryption, the sender encrypts data using the recipient's public key; only the recipient's corresponding private key can decrypt it, ensuring only the intended recipient can read the data.