Write 600–700 words that respond to the following questions:

• What is steganography, and what can it be used for? please explain with examples.

• Provide at least two references to support your initial post.

Please note:

• Be 600–700 words long (not including title and references).
• Do not re-state the questions.
• Include two sources (i.e. two references).

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Steganography is the art and science of concealing information in a way that combines messages with other information, which is considered harmless. Its purpose is to hide information from a person you do not want to see it. It usually functions by converting bits of useless data in regular computer files, such as text, graphics and HTML, with bits of different and hidden information. The invisible information is possible in the form of, plain text, cipher text or images. This art borrows form cryptography a lot, though there are some differences. It only conceals data but does not keep communication a secret. It has many applications especially in the use of the internet…