verb (gerund/present participle)
cifragem
1. The process of converting plain text into cipher text using a code or cipher system
The enciphering of sensitive documents is essential for national security.
A cifragem de documentos sensíveis é essencial para a segurança nacional.
2. The act of converting information into a secret code that cannot be understood without a key
Modern enciphering techniques use complex mathematical algorithms.
Técnicas modernas de cifragem usam algoritmos matemáticos complexos.
3. In cryptography, the transformation of data using an encryption algorithm
The enciphering algorithm ensures that only authorized users can read the message.
O algoritmo de cifragem garante que apenas usuários autorizados possam ler a mensagem.
The term 'enciphering' is predominantly used in academic, military, and technology sectors. In Brazil, 'cifragem' and 'encriptação' are both used, with the latter becoming more prevalent in modern IT and cybersecurity discussions. The concept has significant cultural importance in discussions of data privacy, national security, and cybersecurity, particularly given increasing concerns about digital privacy in both the USA and Brazil.
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