How Encryption Works and Why it's So Important

Encryption is a crucial part of the technology we use every day. When governments talk about outlawing it, they're proposing a fundamental destruction of our technology infrastructure. This video explains how encryption works, and why it can't be broken in the ways that government and law enforcement want. 

MORE ABOUT ENCRYPTION

Encryption guide from the EFF's Surveillance Self-Defense


OpenMedia's Save Encryption Campaign


Bruce Schneier on the Importance of Encryption to Security


CREDITS

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Special Thanks to Bronwen for rendering my animations!

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