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Cryptographic Engineering

Definition

Cryptographic engineering is the practical application of cryptographic principles to design, implement, and maintain secure systems. This field involves selecting appropriate cryptographic algorithms, protocols, and key management strategies to protect data integrity, confidentiality, and authenticity in real-world applications. It requires a deep understanding of both theoretical cryptography and the practical challenges of software and hardware implementation, including side-channel attacks and common coding errors. The goal is to build robust and efficient security solutions for digital environments.