Scrambling and Encryption Are Methods Used to Prevent ____

question 22

Multiple Choice

Scrambling and encryption are methods used to prevent ____.

• A) piracy
• B) hacking
• C) malware
• D) software bugs

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Definitions:

Heuristics

Mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that simplify decision making by reducing complex problem solving to simpler judgment processes.

Unscrambling

The process of rearranging letters or elements to restore them to a coherent or original order.

Defensive Strategy

A plan or course of action designed to protect oneself or an organization from criticism, harm, or other adverse effects.

Algorithm

A specific set of instructions for solving a problem or accomplishing a task, often used in mathematics and computer science.