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# [What is the Diffie–Hellman key exchange?](https://colej.net/what-is-the-diffiehellman-key-exchange?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

The Diffie-Hellman key exchange is a private-public key (asymmetrical) encryption used to establish a shared secret key. When using a symmetrical encryption, such as DES, you face a major problem. How do you share the key without leaking it to unwant...

Aug 28, 2022 · 5 min read · colej.net  
Updated Sep 2, 2022  
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