First, introduce yourself to the class. Include your major and anything you would like to share about yourself. Then address the prompt below.

What is the reasoning behind the need for cryptography within an organization? First, explain why cryptography is needed based on the potential vulnerabilities present in the absence of an encrypted network. Next, consider the following exercise:

Find a short hidden message in the list of words below.

carrot fiasco nephew spring rabbit

sonata tailor bureau legacy corona

travel bikini object happen soften

picnic option waited effigy adverb

report accuse animal shriek esteem

oyster

Hint: First and last.

Evaluate this code sequence and attempt to decode this string of characters.

Finally, in responding to your peers' posts, consider the benefits that are realized through the implementation of cryptographic principles.

To complete this assignment, review the Discussion Rubric.