The encryption
Example: Encryption protects data by converting it into coded form
Definition
"Encryption" is the process used in security to convert information or data into a coded format that is unreadable to unauthorized users, ensuring that only those with the correct key can access the original content.
Etymology
The word "encryption" comes from the Greek word 'kryptos,' meaning hidden, combined with the prefix 'en-' meaning 'in.' It was adapted into English through the term 'encrypt,' which emerged in the mid-20th century with the rise of secure communication technologies.
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"The encryption" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Security - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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