GnuPG

GnuPG (GNU Privacy Guard) is a free and open-source implementation of the OpenPGP standard for encrypting and signing data. It provides cryptographic privacy and authentication for communications and data storage, using public-key cryptography. It is widely used for securing emails, files, and software distributions.

Also known as: GPG, GNU Privacy Guard, Gnu Privacy Guard, OpenPGP, PGP

Why learn GnuPG?

Developers should learn GnuPG when they need to implement secure communication, verify software integrity, or protect sensitive data in applications. It is essential for tasks like signing Git commits, encrypting configuration files, or ensuring email privacy in compliance with security standards.

Learning Resources

• docs: GnuPG Official Documentation
• tutorial: GPG Tutorial by DigitalOcean
• book: GnuPG Handbook
• video: Introduction to GPG on YouTube