An encryption method that uses the same private (secret) key at both ends of the transmission. Contrast with asymmetric cryptography, which uses a public and private key. See secret key cryptography.

Students are introduced to cryptography, the process of hiding or encoding messages so only intended recipients can read them.

The Zign 300 API enables IoT developers to generate cryptographic keys securely and to perform other symmetric key and elliptic curve cryptographic functions. It can also be integrated as a trust ...