Match each item with a statement below.
-To encrypt or convert plaintext to ciphertext.
A)cipher
B)keyspace
C)encipher
D)cryptosystem
E)ciphertext
F)work factor
G)decipher
H)algorithm
I)cryptovariable

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Encipher means to encrypt or convert plaintext to ciphertext.

Answer: A
 Cipher is a method of encryption or a specific encryption algorithm.

Answer: E
 Ciphertext refers to the encrypted message produced by the encryption algorithm.

Answer: D
 Cryptosystem refers to the set of rules and protocols for encryption and decryption of messages.

Answer: H
 Algorithm refers to the step-by-step process used to encrypt or decrypt a message.

Answer: F
 Work factor refers to the amount of time, effort, and resources required to crack a particular encryption algorithm.

Answer: G
 Decipher means to decrypt or convert ciphertext back to plaintext.

Answer: B
 Keyspace refers to the total number of possible keys that can be used in an encryption algorithm.

Answer: I
 Cryptovariable refers to a variable used in the encryption algorithm to produce the ciphertext.

Match Each Item with a Statement Below