"digital signature" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: digital signatures [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} digital signature (plural digital signatures)
  1. A signature within a mathematical scheme for verifying the authenticity of digital messages or documents. Categories (topical): Cryptography Related terms: e-signature, wet signature, DSA, ECDSA

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