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International Data Encryption Algorithm

A patented, symmetric block cipher that uses a 128-bit key and operates on 64-bit blocks. [Schn] (See: symmetric cryptography.)

Updated

Jan 06, 2026

Also known as

IDEA

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A patented, symmetric block cipher that uses a 128 bit key and operates on 64 bit blocks. [Schn] (See: symmetric cryptography.)

A patented, symmetric block cipher that uses a 128-bit key and operates on 64-bit blocks. [Schn] (See: symmetric cryptography.)

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