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 Generate a new key with GPG, selecting RSA (sign only) and the appropriate keysize, optionally specifying an expiry:
 
-    $ gpg --gen-key
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+    $ gpg --full-generate-key
+    
     Please select what kind of key you want:
        (1) RSA and RSA (default)
        (2) DSA and Elgamal