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Error Detection Code

Error Detection Code: A code computed from data and comprised of redundant bits of information designed to detect, but not correct, unintentional changes in…

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A code computed from data and comprised of redundant bits of information designed to detect, but not correct, unintentional changes in the data.

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A code computed from data and comprised of redundant bits of information designed to detect, but not correct, unintentional changes in the data. (FIPS 140-2; CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

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