What is the PRIMARY purpose of encryption?

The correct answer is D. To protect data from unauthorized access. Encryption transforms plaintext into ciphertext using an algorithm and key, making the data unreadable to anyone who lacks the correct decryption key. Its primary purpose is confidentiality - protecting data from unauthorized access whether the data is at rest, in transit, or…

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ATo store data securely
BTo process data efficiently
CTo analyze data
DTo protect data from unauthorized access

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D
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Encryption transforms plaintext into ciphertext using an algorithm and key, making the data unreadable to anyone who lacks the correct decryption key. Its primary purpose is confidentiality - protecting data from unauthorized access whether the data is at rest, in transit, or in use. While encryption may be used in storage solutions, the underlying goal is always protecting against unauthorized disclosure, not efficient processing or data analysis.

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