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encrypt Definition

en·crypt (en kript′)

transitive verb

  1. to encode or encipher
  2. Comput. to add an electronic digital code to (data) being sent over a public network to prevent its unauthorized detection, use, copying, etc.

Etymology: < en- + crypt(ogram)

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encrypt Telecom Definition
The process of coding or ciphering data into symbolic form. See also code and scramble.
encrypt Usage Examples

Object

  • password: Once the encrypted password has been added, Samba is ready to handle domain logins from a NT client.
  • plaintext: All you have to do is work your way through the letters of the key using them in turn to encrypt the plaintext.
  • tunnel: Use Secure Shell to transmit your IMAP session over an encrypted tunnel.
  • message: In order to prevent cheating, the program may encrypt the output messages.
  • emails: We do not use encrypted emails to receive your order.
  • file: Yes, it is possible to encrypt files directly on any removable media.

Preposition: during

  • transmission: The data collected is highly encrypted during transmission and kept highly confidential.

Used with why or when

  • when: And to make sure you always have the highest level of security, your payment details are automatically encrypted when you enter them.

Infinitive complement

  • prevent: Additionally, all our cookie data is encrypted to prevent third parties from accessing the information they contain.

Modifying Another Word

  • securely: Have a securely encrypted checkout to safeguard credit card details.
  • digitally: All transmissions are digitally encrypted for secure conversations up to 10m away from the mobile phone, bringing true wireless freedom for user convenience.
  • automatically: If you wish you can simply move your data to the encrypted folder and have Windows automatically encrypt your files for you.
  • safely: Data is stored in a secure and fire proof environment and all is safely encrypted.
  • fully: A state of the art fully encrypted payment process.
  • heavily: Registration is done via the Internet and credit card details are securely submitted on heavily encrypted pages.

Preposition: in

  • transit: Any personal data that is provided to Bayer by you will be encrypted in transit to prevent its possible misuse by third parties.
  • software: All personal information and credit card details are encrypted in the software when the order is placed.

Preposition: with

  • algorithm: In cookie mode, the password is stored, encrypted with the blowfish algorithm, in a temporary cookie.
  • key: Once the message has been encrypted with the public key, only the private key can then decrypt it.

Preposition: for

  • security: All data is transferred and stored encrypted for maximum security.