AA Review of the Effectiveness of Symmetric and Asymmetric Cryptography Methods with Multi-Level Key Management in Wireless Networks
Keywords:
Key management, Multi-level, Wireless, Security, EncryptionAbstract
Wireless networks have nearly no limitations when it comes to communication systems powered by electricity, which are growing all over the globe. However, it is essential to implement robust security measures as sophisticated cyber attacks evolve. The study mainly focuses on symmetric and asymmetric key cryptography, especially their efficiency. The suggested system makes key distribution easy by not only eliminating complicated setups but also employing a secure photon recorder and strict communication protocols. The research combines theoretical analysis and practical simulations to prove the applicability of the proposed method and to determine its effectiveness in maintaining mobile network environments with high security. Moreover, the technique is adaptable to the demanding constraints of modern wireless communication systems with little difficulty. Moreover, the paper includes a detailed comparison of the existing solutions and a set of future research directions to effectively overcome the current barriers related to key management schemes in the area. The main objective is to enable the wireless domain to have a more efficient, scalable, and secure infrastructure.
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