Cryptographic Concepts, Hashing vs Checksum

Cyber Log — October 17, 2025

Focus Areas: Cryptographic Concepts, Hashing vs Checksums

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Objectives

Solidify understanding of cryptographic primitives and how integrity mechanisms differ in practice.

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Activities & Labs

• Studied difference between checksums and hashes.
• Compared SHA256 vs MD5 hash functions.

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Knowledge & Concept Highlights

• Checksums can detect errors, but not deliberate tampering.

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Reflections & Takeaways

Clarity achieved on core cryptographic distinctions.

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End of Log — October 17, 2025