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An asymmetric key refers to a pair of mathematically linked cryptographic keys—a public key for encrypting data and a private key for decrypting it—ensuring that information can be shared securely without exposing the secret key. This system revolutionized digital security by allowing safe communication over the internet, but it can be computationally intensive compared to symmetric methods, making it ideal for scenarios like key exchange in modern online transactions.
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