The science of writing or solving codes is
Question and options
The science of writing or solving codes is
- Calligraphy
- Cryptography
- Steganography
- Seismography
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - Cryptography
Cryptography is the science of writing and solving codes/ciphers; steganography hides the existence of a message.
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