> Like adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing, encrypting is a mathematical operation that transforms numbers into other numbers. Compressing plutonium

> Like adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing, encrypting is a mathematical operation that transforms numbers into other numbers. Compressing plutonium beyond its point of criticality is a chemical & physical operation that transforms matter into energy. But building or possessing nuclear weapons is still illegal for civilians and most countries. i.e. they will dismiss such objections by saying it's not the principle or fundamentals they're banning but the specific application