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Key Generation - Key Length

On the Key Generation - Key Length page you can decide how long (i.e. how complicated) you want your keys to be. Long keys are more secure, while using short keys is somewhat faster. The default value for key length is 1024 bits.

Use the Key Length dropdown box to select the desired key length. Valid options are 768, 1024, 2048 and 3072 bits. Then click the Next button to start the key generation process.


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Figure : The Key Length page of the key generation wizard.

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