# DES Encryption Algorithm ## Description This project implements a simplified version of the DES encryption algorithm, with encryption and decryption using a symmetric key. ## How to Build 1. Navigate to the `build` directory. 2. Run `make` to compile the project. ## How to Run 1. After building, run the `des` executable using `./des`. 2. You will be prompted to enter a message and a key, both as integers (64-bit). ## How to Clean - Run `make clean` to remove all compiled files.