What does "asymmetric cryptography" mean?

cryptography in which the key used in decryption is different from that used for encryption.

What is a synonym for "asymmetric cryptography"?

Common synonyms include: public key encryption.

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cryptography in which the key used in decryption is different from that used for encryption. uncountable
"One advantage of asymmetric cryptography is that you can exchange data without sharing the ability to read it."

"One advantage of asymmetric cryptography is that you can exchange data without sharing the ability to read it."