Manipulation of an Electronic File by "Scrambling" Data in Order

question 57

Short Answer

Manipulation of an electronic file by "scrambling" data in order to safely send it across the Internet to its intended recipient is called __________.

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Definitions:

Computer Software

A set of instructions, data, or programs used to operate computers and execute specific tasks, distinct from the physical hardware on which it runs.

Economic Functions

The roles and operations of an economy, including production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services.

Price Mechanism

The way in which prices of goods and services affect the supply and demand dynamics within a market, guiding the allocation of resources.

Collecting Taxes

The process by which a government or its authority gathers money from citizens and businesses in the form of taxes.