The __________ Algorithm, Developed in 1977, Was the First Public-Key

question 93

Multiple Choice

The __________ algorithm, developed in 1977, was the first public-key encryption algorithm published for commercial use.

• A) DES
• B) RSA 
• C) MAC
• D) AES

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Accrual Accounting

An accounting method where income and expenses are recorded when they are earned or incurred, regardless of when the cash transaction takes place.

Sustainable Annualized

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Long-Run Future

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Free Cash Flow Valuation

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