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Pronunciation
[kee-dee-ef]
Definition
Abbreviation for Key Derivation Function. A cryptographic algorithm used to derive one or more secret keys from a secret value like a password or a master key.
Key Points
Transforms user-provided secrets into cryptographic keys.
Often used for password storage and key generation.
See 'Key Derivation Function' for full details.
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