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Description
Cryptography encompasses both high-level methods and low-level interfaces for standard cryptographic techniques, including symmetric ciphers, message digests, and key derivation functions. By utilizing the high-level symmetric encryption method provided by cryptography, users can easily perform encryption tasks. The field of cryptography is generally classified into two distinct levels: one featuring secure recipes that are straightforward to use with minimal configuration requirements, making them accessible for developers with little decision-making involved. Conversely, the other level comprises low-level cryptographic primitives that pose significant risks if misapplied, necessitating a thorough understanding of advanced cryptographic principles and careful decision-making. Due to these inherent risks, this lower tier is often labeled as the "hazardous materials" or "hazmat" layer, with relevant resources located in the cryptography.hazmat package, where documentation always includes a warning at the beginning to highlight the associated dangers. Additionally, mastering these low-level interfaces can lead to powerful custom implementations, but they demand a commitment to learning and adhering to best practices in cryptographic security.
Description
Warcat is a tool and library specifically designed for managing Web ARChive (WARC) files, enabling users to naively combine archives into a single file, extract contents, and perform a variety of commands such as listing available operations and the contents of the archive itself. Users can load an archive, write it back out, split it into individual records, and ensure data integrity by verifying digests and validating conformance to standards. Although the library may not yet be fully thread-safe, its primary aim is to provide a user-friendly and rapid experience akin to manipulating traditional archives like tar and zip. Warcat efficiently handles large, gzip-compressed files by allowing partial extraction as necessary, thus optimizing resource use. It is important to note that Warcat is distributed without any warranty, meaning users should exercise caution by backing up their data and thoroughly testing it prior to use. Each WARC file consists of multiple records joined together, with each record comprising named fields, a content block, and appropriate newline separators, while the content block itself can either be binary data or a structured combination of named fields followed by binary data. By understanding the structure and functionality of WARC files, users can effectively utilize Warcat to streamline their archival processes.
API Access
Has API
API Access
Has API
Integrations
Python
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Pricing Details
Free
Free Trial
Free Version
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
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Live Training (Online)
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Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
cryptography
Founded
2013
Website
cryptography.io/en/latest/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Python Software Foundation
Country
United States
Website
pypi.org/project/Warcat/