encryption

UK
/ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
US
/ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
encryptionnoun
encryptions
pl
Translations
Encryption is essential for protecting sensitive data.
Шифрование необходимо для защиты конфиденциальных данных.
Definitions
The process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.
The encryption of sensitive data is crucial for maintaining privacy and security in digital communications.
A system or method used to encode information or data.
The company implemented a new encryption method to protect its clients' personal information.
Encrypted data itself; the ciphertext produced by applying an encryption algorithm.
Without the decryption key, the encryption remained unreadable.
encryptionadjective
UK
/ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
US
/ɪnˈkrɪpʃən/
Used attributively before another noun to denote relation to encryption (e.g., "encryption key").
Definitions
Relating to or used for encryption.
Encryption keys should be rotated regularly to maintain security.