`____` is the process of applying a mathematical algorithm to plaintext data to create scrambled data, which can only be deciphered with the appropriate key.

Flashcard 7 - N10-009 Network Security Flashcard Set for the CompTIA Network+

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Encryption

Explanation:

Encryption is the process of securing data by converting it into a coded format that is only decipherable using a decryption key. It is applied to data in transit, at rest, and in use.

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