Definition: Encryption


Encryption is process of modifying data in a way that unauthorized persons can not read that. The reverse process of encryption is known as decryption.




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Bit

An abbreviation for a binary digit. The basic information unit within a computer. A bit can take on one of two values, normally represented by '0' and '1'. Value ‘0’ of bit also called OFF and ‘1’ as ON state.

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