Confidentiality

Updated 31 Jul 2026

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def
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  keeping secret information secret — preventing unauthorized third parties from accessing content
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how it's protected
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  encryption — encode messages so only certain people can read them
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  access controls — selectively restrict access to a resource
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  two-factor authentication — an additional confirmation step before information is disclosed
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related
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cards
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  name 3 ways confidentiality is protected
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    Encryption, access controls, two-factor authentication

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