BusinessJuly 9, 2026

cryptosystem

/ˈkrɪptoʊˌsɪstəm/

Definition

A set of cryptographic algorithms, protocols, and hardware or software implementations used to secure data through encryption and decryption.

Etymology

The word combines the Greek 'kryptos' (hidden or secret) with the Greek 'systēma' (a whole compounded of several parts). It emerged in the 20th century to describe the complex, integrated technological methods used for secure communications.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe current security standards that could be compromised by future quantum computers. It emphasizes the need to transition away from these vulnerable systems to protect digital privacy.

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