der Hash
Translation
hash, hash value
Examples
Der Programmierer berechnet den Hash der Datei.
The programmer calculates the hash of the file.
Jeder Block hat einen eindeutigen Hash.
Each block has a unique hash.
Grammar Patterns
the hash ((of sth.)) the hash of something The programmer calculates the hash of the file.
Similar Words
Synonyms: checksum, digital fingerprint
Etymology
From English 'hash', which comes from French 'hacher' (to chop up). Data is metaphorically 'chopped up' and mixed to create the value.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'hash' as a unique digital fingerprint for a piece of data. It's a jumbled-up (hashed) version of the original.