PQC concepts
What is PQC?
Also known as Post-Quantum Cryptography.
Cryptography designed to resist attack by both classical and quantum computers. Distinct from quantum cryptography (which uses quantum mechanics to transmit keys, e.g. QKD). All four NIST standards (FIPS 203/204/205/206) are PQC — they run on classical hardware and resist quantum attack.
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What is PQC?
Cryptography designed to resist attack by both classical and quantum computers. Distinct from quantum cryptography (which uses quantum mechanics to transmit keys, e.g. QKD). All four NIST standards (FIPS 203/204/205/206) are PQC — they run on classical hardware and resist quantum attack.
What is PQC also known as?
PQC is also known as Post-Quantum Cryptography. Cryptography designed to resist attack by both classical and quantum computers. Distinct from quantum cryptography (which uses quantum mechanics to transmit keys, e.g. QKD). All four NIST standards (FIPS 203/204/205/206) are PQC — they run on classical hardware and resist quantum attack.
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