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What is the primary function of encryption in data transmission?

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What is the primary function of encryption in data transmission?.

  1. A.To compress data
  2. B.To secure data
  3. C.To format data
  4. D.To analyze data

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Importance of Encryption

Encryption is used to secure sensitive information during transmission over the internet.

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    State the main purpose of encryption in data transmission.

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