AES, Ciphers, and Confidentiality


Using the APA writing style, write a 4–5 page paper that answers the questions below. Be prepared to fully support your answers. Within the identified paper structure below, explain in your own words the following: 

  • Title Page
  • Introduction
  • Main Body:
    • What is the history of DES, and why is s-DES studied?
    • How does DES and 3DES work? Provide an example of each.
    • Explain the following ingredients that decide the algorithm in the Fiestel cipher:
      • Block size Key size
      • Subkey generation
      • Round function
      • Fast software encryption/decryption
      • Ease of Analysis
  • Conclusion
  • APA Reference List (Note: Make sure to also include intext citations)