cryptography
nounfemininetécnico/kɾip.tu.gɾɐ.ˈfi.ɐ/medium
crip·to·gra·fi·a
Definition
The art or process of writing in or deciphering secret code; the process of converting information or data into a code, especially to prevent unauthorized access.
The encryption used in this application is considered very secure.
The study of cryptography is fundamental to computer security.
Common collocations
encryption keyencryption algorithmstrong encryptionencryption system
Etymology
Do grego 'kryptós' (oculto, secreto) + 'gráphein' (escrever).