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List:       kde-bugs-dist
Subject:    Bug#30225: Save own PGP-encrypted mail unencrypted
From:       Daniel Seifert <dseifert () gmx ! de>
Date:       2001-10-30 20:32:41
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Am Montag, 29. Oktober 2001 23:58 stand geschrieben:

Hi,

> encryption if it has been revoked. If it's just expired only a
> warning will be given but it's still possible to use the key for
> encryption. The only possible threat is the loss of the secret key
> or a forgotten passphrase. You should always have a backup of your
> secret key (on CD or maybe even as printed ascii armor) to avoid
> the loss of the key and you simply shouldn't forget your
> passphrase. If you tend to forget it you should store it at a safe
> place, e.g. a bank safe (this is no joke). But you should of course
> never store it together with your secret key.

Sure, that's right. But what about different software and hardware in 
some years? 

- -- 
  Daniel Seifert
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