Quantum-Safe Cryptography Explained for Non-Experts
Quantum-Safe Cryptography Explained for Non-Experts Quantum computers are no longer just science fiction—they're steadily becoming a reality. And with this advancement comes a major concern: our current digital security may become obsolete. That’s where quantum-safe cryptography, also known as post-quantum cryptography, comes in. But what exactly is it, and why should you care—even if you're not a tech expert? Table of Contents Why Quantum Computers Threaten Today’s Encryption What Is Quantum-Safe Cryptography? Examples of Quantum-Safe Algorithms Who Should Care About This? What Can You Do Right Now? Why Quantum Computers Threaten Today’s Encryption Most of the internet’s current encryption relies on mathematical problems that are hard for classical computers to solve. For example, RSA encryption is based on factoring large numbers, and ECC (Elliptic Curve Cryptography) is based on solving elliptic curve problems. But quantum computers, once fully d...