cleartext computing

[/ˈklɪrtɛkst kəmˈpjuːtɪŋ/]
noun
computação em texto claro
1. Computing or data processing performed on unencrypted data that is readable in its plain form without decryption
Cleartext computing poses significant security risks when handling sensitive information over networks.
A computação em texto claro representa riscos significativos de segurança ao lidar com informações sensíveis em redes.
2. The practice of processing data in its unencrypted state, making it vulnerable to interception and unauthorized access
Organizations are moving away from cleartext computing to protect customer data from breaches.
As organizações estão se afastando da computação em texto claro para proteger os dados dos clientes de violações.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, and data protection contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects growing concerns about data privacy and security in the digital age, particularly relevant to LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados) compliance in Brazil and GDPR/CCPA compliance in international contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
plaintext computingunencrypted computingplain data processing
Antonyms / Antônimos
encrypted computingciphertext computingsecure computing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
computação em texto claro
Standard technical term used in IT and security documentation
Portugal
computação em texto simples
Alternative phrasing sometimes used in European Portuguese contexts
Technical Communities
processamento de dados não criptografados
More descriptive alternative emphasizing lack of encryption

Related Words

encryptioncybersecuritydata protectionplaintextdecryptioninformation security

Related Idioms & Phrases

operating in the clear
exposing data to cleartext
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