What does BEX mean in FILE EXTENSIONS

BEX stands for Binary extracted public key which is used in Pretty Good Privacy (PGP) encryption. It is a digital signature that helps protect the security and privacy of data by authenticating the sender's identity. This ensures that only the intended recipient can access the encrypted message or file.

BEX differs from most other encryption methods because it uses two levels of encryption to secure messages or files; firstly, a symmetric key encrypts the data, then a public key authenticates the sender, allowing only approved recipients to access it. This provides an extra layer of security compared to simple symmetric-key encryption alone.

Any file type can be secured with BEX as long as there are two parties involved who have their own private keys and know how to use them properly. The file simply needs to be encrypted separately using each party’s public key so that both parties can safely exchange information without worrying about interception or tampering.

Yes, in order to use BEX you will need PGP-compatible software. PGP provides user friendly tools that make it easy for anyone with a basic knowledge of computers and cryptography to securely communicate and exchange data with others.

Web-based services such as Hushmail compress your message before sending it over an encrypted connection, while PGP software such as GPG Suite encrypts each individual fragment of data, making it even harder for malicious actors to intercept your communication. Furthermore, web-based services usually store your messages on their servers, while PGP allows you to keep full control over where your messages are stored at all times.

Passwords are easily guessed or discovered if they are not strong enough; however, passwords can be reused across multiple websites, which opens up a greater risk for account hijacking if one site is compromised. On the other hand, when using BEX your data will instantly become inaccessible should someone try obtaining your private key - thus providing greater security when exchanging confidential information online.

Always store your private key in a secure place offline - such as on an external hard drive or USB stick - rather than keeping it on a computer connected to the internet where hackers may be able to gain access more easily. You should also back up your keys onto various storage devices just in case something happens to one copy.

Your private key is only accessible by you and no one else unless you explicitly provide them with access or someone obtains it through illegal means such as hacking into your computer system or stealing physical media containing it.

Yes, you are able to generate new public/private keys pairs if desired; however, always backup copies of old keys before deleting them since this cannot be undone once they're gone.