Encryption
/ɛˈnkrɪpʃən/
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Definition
(noun) The process of obscuring information to make it unreadable without special knowledge, key files, or passwords.
Sentence Examples
Encryption technology has advanced to the point where it's pretty reliable.
The European Court of Human Rights has declared that backdoored encryption is illegal.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Effective ____ is essential for maintaining the security of online communication systems.