die Verschlüsselung
Translation
encryption, encoding, cryptography, ciphering
Examples
Die Verschlüsselung der Daten ist sehr wichtig.
The encryption of the data is very important.
Diese Software bietet eine starke Verschlüsselung.
This software offers strong encryption.
Grammar Patterns
the encryption ((of sth.)) the encryption of sth. The encryption of the message is secure.
a strong/weak encryption a strong/weak encryption This method uses a strong encryption.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Kodierung (coding), die Chiffrierung (ciphering); Antonym: die Entschlüsselung (decryption)
Etymology
Composed of `ver-` (a prefix indicating a process) + `Schlüssel` (key) + `-ung` (a suffix forming nouns). Literally, 'the act of applying a key'.
Memory Tips
Visualize locking up data (`ver-`) with a key (`Schlüssel`) to remember its meaning.