Encryption definition

 Encryption definition
 
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Encryption definition

A method of scrambling or encoding data to prevent unauthorized users from reading or tampering with the data. Only individuals with access to a password or key can decrypt and use the data. The data can include messages, files, folders, or disks.



 
 

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