The Practice of Keeping a Copy of an Encryption Key

question 103

True/False

The practice of keeping a copy of an encryption key with a trusted party is referred to as key escrow.

---

Definitions:

Credit Card

A plastic card issued by banks or financial institutions, enabling the cardholder to borrow funds for payment to merchants or for cash advances.

Child User

A user account on a computer or online service that has restricted permissions and is usually monitored or controlled by a parent or guardian account.

Verification Process

A series of steps taken to confirm the accuracy, authenticity, or compliance of information, people, or processes.

Biometric Device

A device that uses unique biological characteristics, such as fingerprints or iris patterns, for identity verification.