What is the default encryption done on LUKS by `anaconda` during installation of Red Hat Enterprise Linux?

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Issue

  • During installation of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, one can select a partition to be encrypted.
  • What encryption algorithm is used be anaconda by default?
  • Also what is the Keysize by default?

Environment

  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux 5
  • Anaconda

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