Encrypted data is called ______
A) ciphertext
B) cybersquatting
C) symmetric-key
D) shopping cart .

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Encrypted data is converted into an unreadable format using mathematical algorithms or codes. This data is known as ciphertext. The purpose of encryption is to protect data from unauthorized access, modification, or theft. Therefore, Option A is the correct choice. Option B is not related to the concept of encryption. Option C is a type of encryption algorithm in which the same key is used for encryption and decryption. Option D refers to a feature used in e-commerce websites to keep track of items the user wants to purchase.

Encrypted Data Is Called ______