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Which statement describes a disadvantage of using a 4096-bit key to
encrypt a message instead of a 512-bit key?
A. It takes longer to encrypt the message.
B. It converts everything to binary code.
C. It leaves out bits of information.
D. It is less secure than the smaller key.

User Eilyn
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Answer:

D

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because it is more safe than a key

User Richard Butterwood
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Answer: (A) It takes longer to encrypt the message.

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