Encryption

Encryption is the process of converting plain, readable information or data into a code or cipher to protect it from unauthorized access. Encryption involves using algorithms and keys to scramble the original data into an unreadable format. This scrambled information is called ciphertext. Only someone with the correct code can unscramble the message back to its original form. Encryption is widely used by online stores to safeguard sensitive data like credit card numbers, emails, and confidential documents. It helps protect privacy, maintain confidentiality, and prevent data breaches or unauthorized tampering.

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