Cryptography was identified in one of the key security controls planned for improving PCS security. The cost of the hardware and software for these...

Cryptography was identified in one of the key security controls planned for improving PCS security. The cost of the hardware and software for these controls raised some additional concerns.

• Explain the benefits of encryption.
• Explain the different ways encryption will play a role on the PCS corporate network and satellite offices.
• Give some examples of security problems that will be addressed by your encryption solutions.
• The CEO asked why we haven't been using encryption all along if it is so easy. Other than hardware and software costs, provide a response to this question.