data at rest

[/ˈdeɪtə æt rɛst/]
noun phrase
dados em repouso
1. Information or data that is stored on physical or digital media and is not currently being transmitted, accessed, or processed
Data at rest should be encrypted to prevent unauthorized access in case of theft or breach.
Os dados em repouso devem ser criptografados para evitar acesso não autorizado em caso de roubo ou violação.
2. Inactive data stored in databases, files, cloud storage, or backup systems
The company implemented strict protocols for data at rest security across all servers.
A empresa implementou protocolos rigorosos para a segurança dos dados em repouso em todos os servidores.
This is primarily a technical term used in IT security, cybersecurity, and data protection fields. It became especially important in both Brazil and the USA following increased regulatory requirements such as LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados) in Brazil and GDPR compliance globally. The term is standardized across both English and Portuguese-speaking tech communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
stored datainactive datadormant datadata in storage
Antonyms / Antônimos
data in transitdata in motiondata in use

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dados em repouso
Standard term used in IT and security contexts throughout Brazil
Portugal
dados em repouso
Same terminology used in Portuguese IT infrastructure and security documentation
USA
data at rest
Technical term widely used in cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards

Related Words

encryptiondata securitycybersecuritydata protectionbackupstorage

Related Idioms & Phrases

encryption of data at rest
data at rest security
protecting data at rest
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