evaluate the history of the Data Encryption Standard (DES) and then how it has transformed cryptography with the advancement of triple DES. 

After reading chapter 4, evaluate the history of the Data Encryption Standard (DES) and then how it has transformed cryptography with the advancement of triple DES.  The initial post must be completed by Thursday at 11:59 eastern.  You are also required to post a response to a minimum of two other students in the class by the end of the week.  You must use at least one scholarly resource.  Every discussion posting must be properly APA formatted.