THE IMPACT OF DIGITAL SIGNATURE

A digital signature is an electronic version of a handwritten signature, but with a higher level of security and authenticity. It uses cryptographic techniques to verify the identity of the signer and ensure that the content of a signed document remains unchanged. Unlike simple electronic signatures, digital signatures involve encryption and certificate authorities (CAs) to provide an additional validation layer. This cryptographic process ensures that the document is tamper-proof and that the signer's identity can be authenticated with a high degree of certainty.