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Code signing uses a digital signature to verify the authenticity and integrity of software. It ensures that the software has not been tampered with or altered since it was signed by the author. When users download the software, their system can validate the signature to confirm it came from a trusted source. This protects against malware injection, repackaging, and unauthorized modifications.
B. Code Signing Code signing helps ensure the integrity and authenticity of your software package. It prevents bad actors from successfully repackaging your software with malware, as the digital signature would no longer match. Users can verify that the software comes from you and hasn't been tampered with since you signed it, increasing trust and security.