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Cryptography Policy Framework for Electronic Commerce : Building Canada's Information Economy and Society
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To create an environment conducive to the growth of electronic commerce, the Government of Canada is reviewing its policies and laws in a number of areas, including cryptography. Cryptography uses digital "keys" (unique combinations of ones and zeros) to encrypt, decrypt and verify information. With cryptography, any type of information - text, data, voice, or images - can be encrypted so that only individuals who hold the right key are able to understand, or decrypt, the message. Cryptography is important to the growth of electronic commerce because it allows users to authenticate and safeguard sensitive data such as credit card numbers, financial transactions, electronically signed documents, personal e-mail or other information stored in computers and transmitted over public networks such as the Internet. While crytography allows for secure transactions, it can also be used to shield criminal activity from law enforcement officials. The Government of Canada is committed to fostering the growth of electronic commerce while maintaining a high level of public security and safety. This discussion paper examines how to encourage the use of cryptography by Canadian businesses and governments and how to maintain a safe environment for Canadians.
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WebSite
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This document is available electronically on the Internet
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Date de publication
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February 1998
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Booklet
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Pagination
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35 p.
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Department/Agency
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Industry Canada - IC
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Keywords
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Computers, Electronic Commerce, Government, Internet, Online Information, Safety
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Library Locations
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Halifax
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