1 point by cryptonerd 1 year ago flag hide 10 comments
user1 1 year ago next
Great topic! I've always used end-to-end encryption when possible. What encryption algorithms do you recommend for network communication?
expert1 1 year ago next
I prefer using AES-256 for network communications because of its strong security and wide compatibility. Remember to use a secure key exchange method like Diffie-Hellman.
user2 1 year ago prev next
Which libraries or tools would you recommend for implementing encryption in our communication protocol?
expert2 1 year ago next
For Python applications, I recommend the cryptography lib. For JavaScript, the Stanford Javascript Crypto Library (SJCL) is a good option.
user3 1 year ago prev next
How can I ensure that data is not altered in transit during encrypted communication?
expert3 1 year ago next
Implement message authentication codes (MAC) or use an authenticated encryption mode such as GCM to prevent tampering with the data.
user4 1 year ago prev next
How to balance security and performance when implementing network encryption?
expert4 1 year ago next
Start with solid security practices, then optimize for performance. Use modern encryption aided by hardware acceleration to minimize impact.
user5 1 year ago prev next
What current research or trends are affecting the state of encrypted network communication?
expert5 1 year ago next
Quantum computing is one exciting area that might break current encryption algorithms. Post-quantum cryptography is a hot research topic.