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How To Enable ECDSA Signature Algorithm for Better Security

Posted on by Vladislavs Dovoreckis

Elliptic Curve Digital Signature Algorithm (ECDSA) is a Digital Signature Algorithm (DSA) that uses keys generated using elliptic curve cryptography (ECC).

In order not to be confused about these terms, let’s look at everything in detail and understand what their connections and differences are.

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DSA vs RSA: What’s The Difference?

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DSA (Digital Signature Algorithm) and RSA (Rivest–Shamir–Adleman) are two popular public-key cryptographic algorithms

They are used differently and have differences in architecture, speed, and purpose.

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Can a Wildcard SSL Certificate Be Used on Multiple Servers?

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Yes — a wildcard SSL certificate can be used on multiple servers, as long as you export and install the certificate and its private key properly.

Just be aware that sharing the private key introduces some security risks, so it’s important to follow best practices when doing this.

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How Does AES 128 Encryption Work? How Secure Is 128-bit Encryption?

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When it comes to protecting digital information with encryption, one of the most frequently mentioned algorithms is AES, or Advanced Encryption Standard.

Its 128-bit version is especially popular, having been successfully used for more than two decades, from banking systems to mobile messengers.

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A Quick Guide to Certificate File Types & Formats

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SSL certificates issued by the certification authorities are regularly provided in the PEM format.

However, depending on the server/platform on which the SSL certificate is supposed to be installed, you might need a certificate in a different format.

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Root vs Intermediate Certificates: Building Trust in the Web

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When we talk about web security, especially in the context of HTTPS and SSL/TLS certificates, we’ll often mention root and intermediate.

They may seem similar at first glance, but their roles in the PKI are very different.

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How Secure is RSA 4096? (4096-bit Encryption)

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RSA 4096 is one of the most powerful asymmetric encryption algorithms used today for data protection, authentication, and especially for code signing.

But how reliable is this method in modern conditions, and what makes it so resilient?

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HTTP vs HTTPS: 8 Key Differences Explained

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Understand how HTTPS protects your site and why it’s now the standard for every secure website

If you’re wondering what the difference is between HTTP and HTTPS, you’re not alone. Many website owners, developers, and even casual internet users want to know: Is HTTPS really better than HTTP? (Spoiler: Yes.) Why is HTTPS better?

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SHA-512 vs SHA-256: What’s The Real-World Difference?

Posted on by Vladislavs Dovoreckis

In modern digital security, cryptographic hash functions play a key role in ensuring data integrity and authentication.

Among them, the SHA-256 and SHA-512 algorithms, which are part of the SHA-2 family, are among the most widely used. Despite their common affiliation, they have significant differences that affect the choice in different scenarios.

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What is the SHA-2 / SHA256 Hashing Algorithm?

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In the digital world, where data is transmitted, verified, and stored millions of times per second, there is one quiet but vital technology: the hash function.

One of the most secure and widely used today is SHA-256, part of the SHA-2 family.

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