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Encode

Encode: Use a system of symbols to represent information, which might originally have some other representation.

Also known as: Encipher

Alternative names:
EncipherEncrypt
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Definition

Use a system of symbols to represent information, which might originally have some other representation. Example: Morse code.

Alternative Definitions

Definition 2

To convert plaintext to ciphertext by means of a code.

Source: NICCS GlossaryType: standard
Definition 3

Convert plain text to cipher text by means of a code. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

Sources

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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NICCS Glossary
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3
The Cyber Glossary
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