encrypted system

[/ɪnˈkrɪptɪd ˈsɪstəm/]
nounpl: encrypted systems
sistema criptografado
1. A computer or network system that uses encryption algorithms to protect data and communications from unauthorized access
Our company uses an encrypted system to protect all sensitive customer information.
Nossa empresa utiliza um sistema criptografado para proteger todas as informações confidenciais dos clientes.
2. A digital infrastructure where all data is converted into coded format that can only be read with the correct decryption key
The encrypted system ensures that emails cannot be intercepted by third parties.
O sistema criptografado garante que os e-mails não possam ser interceptados por terceiros.
In Brazil, 'sistema criptografado' is the standard technical term used in IT and cybersecurity contexts, increasingly important as digital security concerns grow in the business sector. In Portugal, 'encriptado' is preferred. The term reflects the global importance of data protection in modern digital infrastructure.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
secure systemcoded systemprotected systemcipher system
Antonyms / Antônimos
unencrypted systemopen systemplaintext systemunsecured system

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
sistema criptografado
Most common usage in Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
sistema criptografado / sistema seguro
Both terms used interchangeably
São Paulo
sistema criptografado
Technical and business standard term
Portugal
sistema encriptado
Portuguese variant preference for 'encriptado' over 'criptografado'

Related Words

encryptiondecryptioncryptographycyber securitydata protectionalgorithm

Related Idioms & Phrases

break an encrypted system
crack the encryption
secure the system with encryption
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