ScienceAugust 9, 2026

cryptographic

krip-tuh-GRAF-ik

Definition

Relating to the science of encoding and decoding information to ensure secure communication.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek words 'kryptos' meaning hidden and 'graphein' meaning to write, entering English in the 19th century to describe the study of secret codes.

In the news

The article refers to cryptographic systems in the context of testing quantum-resistant security measures to protect data from future computational threats.

TRON Tests Quantum-Resistant Security on Nile Testnet

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