The modules described in this chapter implement various algorithms of a cryptographic nature. They are available at the discretion of the installation. On Unix systems, the crypt module may also be available. Here’s an overview:
Hardcore cypherpunks will probably find the cryptographic modules written by A.M. Kuchling of further interest; the package contains modules for various encryption algorithms, most notably AES. These modules are not distributed with Python but available separately. See the URL http://www.pycrypto.org for more information.
14.5. plistlib — Generate and parse Mac OS X .plist files
15.1. hashlib — Secure hashes and message digests
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