Before a WSN can exchange data securely, encryption keys must be established among sensor nodes. Key distribution refers to the distribution of multiple keys among the sensor nodes, which is typical in a non-trivial security scheme. Key management is a broader term for key distribution, which also includes the processes of key setup, the initial distribution of keys, and key revocation-the removal of a compromised key.
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