Encryption, Encryption Protocols & Digital Certificates (Cambridge (CIE) A Level Computer Science): Exam Questions

Exam code: 9618

6 mins2 questions
1a3 marks

Describe what is meant by a digital certificate.

1b2 marks

Explain the role of a digital certificate in creating a digital signature.

21 mark

Sheila has a customer called Fred. Fred wants to send Sheila a confidential document as part of a transaction.

Explain how Fred uses asymmetric encryption to send his document securely.