cryptography

/krɪpˈtɑːɡrəfi/
noun
  1. The practice or study of writing and solving codes and ciphers to keep information secret.
    • She studied cryptography in college and now works for a cybersecurity firm.
    • Cryptography is essential for secure communication on the internet.
    • Ancient cryptography often involved simple letter substitutions.
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