Introduction
Post-Quantum Cryptography has emerged as a critical area of research in response to the looming threat of quantum computers to traditional cryptographic systems. As quantum computers continue to advance in power and capability, the security of current encryption methods is at risk. Post-Quantum Cryptography aims to develop encryption algorithms that are secure against attacks from both classical and quantum computers, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of communications in the future.
1.1 Introduction
1.2 Background of Study
1.3 Problem Statement
1.4 Objective of Study
1.5 Limitation of Study
1.6 Scope of Study
1.7 Significance of Study
1.8 Structure of the Thesis
1.9 Definition of Terms
Chapter Two: Literature Review
2.1 Historical Overview of Cryptography
2.2 Quantum Computing and its Implications for Cryptography
2.3 Current Post-Quantum Cryptography Algorithms
2.4 Security Analysis of Post-Quantum Cryptography Algorithms
2.5 Implementation Challenges of Post-Quantum Cryptography
2.6 Comparison of Post-Quantum Cryptography Algorithms
2.7 Standardization Efforts in Post-Quantum Cryptography
2.8 Applications of Post-Quantum Cryptography
2.9 Future Directions in Post-Quantum Cryptography
2.10 Conclusion
Chapter Three: Research Methodology
3.1 Research Design
3.2 Data Collection Methods
3.3 Data Analysis Techniques
3.4 Experimental Setup
3.5 Evaluation Criteria
3.6 Simulation Environment
3.7 Performance Metrics
3.8 Validation Methodology
Chapter Four: Discussion of Findings
4.1 Analysis of Experimental Results
4.2 Comparison of Post-Quantum Cryptography Algorithms
4.3 Security Evaluation of Implemented Algorithms
4.4 Performance Evaluation of Implemented Algorithms
4.5 Practical Considerations for Implementation
4.6 Challenges and Limitations
4.7 Recommendations for Future Research
4.8 Implications for Secure Communications
Chapter Five: Conclusion and Summary
5.1 Summary of Findings
5.2 Contribution to Knowledge
5.3 Practical Implications
5.4 Future Research Directions
5.5 Conclusion
Thesis Overview on Post-Quantum Cryptography for Secure Communications
Post-Quantum Cryptography is a rapidly evolving field that addresses the security challenges posed by quantum computing to traditional cryptographic systems. This thesis aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of current post-quantum cryptography algorithms, their strengths and weaknesses, and their implications for secure communications. The study will begin with an introduction to the background and significance of post-quantum cryptography, followed by a detailed literature review of relevant research in the field. The research methodology will outline the experimental setup, data collection methods, and evaluation criteria used to analyze the performance and security of post-quantum cryptography algorithms. The discussion of findings will present the analysis of experimental results, comparisons of algorithms, and recommendations for future research. The conclusion will summarize the key findings, contributions to knowledge, and propose future research directions in post-quantum cryptography for secure communications.
