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minisign: Generate a new keypair at the default location.

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$ minisign -G

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The command "minisign -G" is used to generate a new key pair for the use of minisign.

Minisign is a small, easy-to-use software designed for signing files and verifying signatures using the EdDSA signing scheme. It provides a lightweight and simplified approach to file signing for improved security, allowing users to verify the authenticity and integrity of downloaded files.

When you run the "minisign -G" command, it generates a new key pair consisting of a private key and a corresponding public key. The private key is kept secret and must be securely stored to ensure the integrity of the signing process. The public key, on the other hand, can be shared with others, allowing them to verify the signatures created by the corresponding private key.

This command is typically used at the initial setup phase or when it becomes necessary to generate new key pairs for signing and verifying files.

This explanation was created by an AI. In most cases those are correct. But please always be careful and never run a command you are not sure if it is safe.

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