This calculator is designed to encode and decode text using the Caesar Cipher. It is aimed at students, educators, and enthusiasts of cryptography to easily understand and apply this classic cipher technique.
Caesar Cipher Calculator
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Source and Methodology
All calculations are based on the traditional Caesar Cipher method, which involves shifting letters in the alphabet by the specified shift value.
The Formula Explained
A Caesar Cipher shifts each letter by a specified number of places in the alphabet. For example, a shift of 1 would turn A into B, B into C, and so on.
Glossary of Terms
Plaintext: The original text before encoding.
Ciphertext: The text after encoding.
Shift Value: The number of positions each letter is moved in the alphabet.
How It Works: A Step-by-Step Example
Let's say we have the word "HELLO" and a shift value of 3. Each letter is shifted three places down the alphabet, resulting in the ciphertext "KHOOR".
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a Caesar Cipher? A substitution cipher where each letter is shifted a fixed number of places down the alphabet.
How does the calculator work? Enter your text and shift value; the calculator encodes or decodes the text.
What shift value should I use? Typically between 0 and 25 for the alphabet.
Tool developed by Ugo Candido. Last reviewed on: October 15, 2023.