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What is MD5?

MD5 (Message Digest Algorithm 5) is a widely used cryptographic hash function producing a 128-bit hash value. While initially designed for cryptographic purposes, it has been found to have security vulnerabilities and is no longer considered suitable for cryptographic applications like password storage. It is now primarily used for verifying data integrity, such as checking that a file has been completely and accurately transmitted or copied.

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What other technologies are related to MD5?

MD5 Competitor Technologies

SHA1

SHA1 is a cryptographic hash function, similar to MD5, and is often used as a replacement for MD5 when MD5's weaknesses are unacceptable. It is therefore a competitor.

mentioned alongside MD5 in 94% (898) of relevant job posts

SHA512

SHA512 is a cryptographic hash function and a member of the SHA-2 family, similar to MD5, and is often used as a replacement for MD5 when MD5's weaknesses are unacceptable. It is therefore a competitor.

mentioned alongside MD5 in 90% (76) of relevant job posts

SHA-1

SHA-1 is a cryptographic hash function, similar to MD5, and is often used as a replacement for MD5 when MD5's weaknesses are unacceptable. It is therefore a competitor.

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