Cisco Exam Questions

What type of algorithm uses the same key to encrypt and…

What type of algorithm uses the same key to encrypt and decrypt data?

A.
a symmetric algorithm

B.
an asymmetric algorithm

C.
a Public Key Infrastructure algorithm

D.
an IP security algorithm

Explanation:
BD
A symmetric encryption algorithm, also known as a symmetrical cipher, uses the same key to encrypt the data
and decrypt the data.
Source: Cisco Official Certification Guide, p.93