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In the DES algorithm, although the key size is 64 bits only 48bits are used for the encryption procedure, the rest are parity bits.(a) True(b) FalseI got this question in final exam.This interesting question is from The Data Encryption Standard (DES) and It’s Strength in section Block Ciphers and the Data Encryption Standard of Cryptograph & Network Security

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The CORRECT ANSWER is (b) False

Best explanation: 56 bits are USED, the rest 8 bits are parity bits.



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