[Trae Johnson]

I agree that symmetric cryptography is very fast and works well for encrypting large amounts of data, but one of the serious limitations is the challenge of key distribution. Asymmetric cryptography solves this problem because the public key can be shared openly while the private key stays secure. It also allows for digital signatures, which are important for authentication and integrity. While slower, it plays a critical role in secure communications, especially for exchanging keys and verifying identities.