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Asked: June 14, 20262026-06-14T22:54:39+00:00 2026-06-14T22:54:39+00:00

I am trying to create a certificate with the keytool utility. i need some

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I am trying to create a certificate with the keytool utility.
i need some information on keyUsage, i have seen the javadoc.

however i am not able to understand the the difference between various key usage like :

  1. what is digitalSignature and when it should be used.
  2. what is the difference between keyCertSign and cRLSign and which one to use when?
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    2026-06-14T22:54:40+00:00Added an answer on June 14, 2026 at 10:54 pm
    • Ad 1. The key will be used to create digital signatures of data.
    • Ad 2. Key will be used to Sign Certificates and Certificate Revocation List

    If you just want to create a simple certificate you do not need to define its usage.

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