Master Hashing Algorithms: MD5, SHA-1, SHA-256 & More 🔐

In this video, we dive into the fascinating world of hashing and how it transforms data. You'll learn how hashing algorithms, like MD5 and SHA, convert messages into unique, fixed-length strings called digests. Hashing plays a critical role in ensuring data integrity and security, making it a foundational concept in cryptography and networking.

We break down the basics of hashing with simple examples, showing you how a hashing algorithm works and why it's crucial for comparing and verifying data. We also touch on the efficiency and practical applications of hashing in bulk data processing.

💡 Key Takeaways:
- Understand how hashing algorithms transform data into a digest.
- Learn why hashing is essential for data integrity and security.
- Explore common hashing algorithms such as MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256.
- Discover the differences between SHA-2 and SHA-3 families.

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// CHAPTERS //

00:00 - Intro
00:12 - What is Hashing
01:44 - Hashing is Impossible to Reverse
02:20 - Hashing is Efficient
03:00 - Common Hashing Algorithms
04:17 - Hashing Examples
05:27 - Outro

// FULL SERIES - Cryptography Essentials //

This video is part of a 16-part series covering the essentials of modern Cryptography. Explained simply, and technically accurate.

The full series is available here:
📋 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLIFyRwBY_4bQvq5PuJASilkHSVGLZtceZ
(or use this shortcut: pracnet.net/ce)

00  Series Introduction
01  Hashing
02  Keys / Secret Keys
03  Symmetric Cryptography
04  Encryption
05  MAC / HMAC
06  Pseudo Random Function
07  Asymmetric Cryptography
08  Asymmetric Encryption (RSA)
09  Signatures
10  RSA Signatures
11  DSA Signatures
12  Key Exchanges
13  RSA Key Exchanges
14  DH Key Exchanges
15  Elliptic Curve Cryptography

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