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RSA Cryptosystem

Definition

The RSA cryptosystem is a public-key encryption method used for secure data exchange and digital signatures. This asymmetric cryptographic algorithm relies on the computational difficulty of factoring large prime numbers to secure communications. It employs a pair of keys, one public for encryption and verification, and one private for decryption and signing. While not typically used for on-chain transaction signing in most modern blockchains due to computational overhead, RSA remains a foundational element for securing internet communications and digital certificates, which underpin many interactions with digital asset platforms.