In the context of encryption, what is the significance of a "public key"?
- It is used to decrypt data
- It is used to encrypt data
- It is used to generate a shared secret
- It is used to sign data
A "public key" in encryption is primarily used for encrypting data, ensuring that only the corresponding private key can decrypt it.
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