Which of the following is used in conjunction with an algorithm to make computer data secure from anybody except the intended recipient of the data?
A) Key
B) Plaintext
C) Cipher
D) Cryptosystem

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A key is used in conjunction with an algorithm to make computer data secure from anybody except the intended recipient of the data. The algorithm uses the key to encrypt the data, and the recipient uses the same key (or a corresponding key in the case of asymmetric encryption) to decrypt and read the data.

Which of the Following Is Used in Conjunction with an Algorithm