The data protection



Example: Data protection secures personal and sensitive information

Definition


"The data protection" refers to the practice and measures taken to safeguard personal and sensitive information from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, or destruction. It ensures that data privacy is maintained and that information is handled securely in both digital and physical forms.

Etymology


"The data protection" combines "data," from the Latin word 'datum,' meaning 'something given,' and "protection," derived from Latin 'protectio,' meaning 'a covering or defense.' Together, the phrase highlights the concept of defending given information from harm or misuse.

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"The data protection" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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