AES

AES, short for Advanced Encryption Standard, is a block cipher utilized in symmetric key cryptography. This encryption standard was adopted by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in November 2001 and is formally known as U.S. FIPS PUB 197, or simply "FIPS 197." AES is integral to modern security protocols used across various digital platforms and devices to secure sensitive data. It operates by encrypting data in fixed-size blocks (128 bits), making it highly effective for protecting digital information. AES is considered a cornerstone of strong cryptography due to its robustness, efficiency, and widespread adoption in securing data transmissions, file encryption, and securing sensitive information across communication networks.