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PGP Basics for Darknet Users

Generate keys, verify fingerprints, encrypt messages, and avoid classic PGP foot-guns.

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PGP provides encryption and authenticity when used correctly. Most failures are social: accepting a new key without fingerprint checks, or pasting ciphertext into the wrong window.