Encrypting: meaning, definitions and examples

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encrypting

 

[ ɪnˈkrɪp.tɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

data security

Encrypting is the process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access. This technique is widely used in computer security to protect sensitive data from cyber threats.

Synonyms

coding, enciphering, scrambling.

Examples of usage

  • The company is encrypting all its sensitive customer information.
  • Encrypting emails ensures that only the intended recipient can read them.
  • To enhance security, the team is encrypting the database.
  • The software automatically encrypts files before uploading them to the cloud.

Translations

Translations of the word "encrypting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 criptografando

🇮🇳 एन्क्रिप्टिंग

🇩🇪 verschlüsseln

🇮🇩 meng-enkripsi

🇺🇦 шифрування

🇵🇱 szyfrowanie

🇯🇵 暗号化

🇫🇷 chiffrement

🇪🇸 encriptación

🇹🇷 şifreleme

🇰🇷 암호화

🇸🇦 تشفير

🇨🇿 šifrování

🇸🇰 šifrovanie

🇨🇳 加密

🇸🇮 šifriranje

🇮🇸 kóðun

🇰🇿 шифрлеу

🇬🇪 შიფრაცია

🇦🇿 şifrələmə

🇲🇽 encriptación

Etymology

The term 'encrypt' originates from the Greek word 'kryptos', which means 'hidden'. The prefix 'en-' is derived from Latin, meaning 'to cause to be'. It was initially used in the context of secret writing and coded language as far back as the time of ancient Egyptians. The modern application of the term began in the mid-20th century with the rise of digital communication, where encryption became crucial for ensuring data integrity and confidentiality. Encrypting data now encompasses various methods and technologies to secure information across digital platforms, playing a vital role in today’s cybersecurity landscape.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,955 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.