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2. The process of converting information into a secure format to prevent unauthorized access.
4. A network of everyday objects, devices, and systems connected to the internet, allowing them to share data and interact.
8. A set of instructions or rules designed to perform a specific task or solve a problem.
10. A device that forwards data between computer networks, allowing internet access.
11. A security system designed to monitor and control incoming and outgoing network traffic based on predetermined security rules.
13. A set of tools and protocols that allow different software applications to communicate with each other.
14. A wearable device that tracks time and provides other functions like fitness tracking and notifications.
16. The fifth generation of mobile network technology, offering faster internet speeds and better connectivity.

1. A decentralized and distributed digital ledger used to record transactions across multiple computers.
3. Reality A computer-generated simulation of a 3D environment that users can interact with through special equipment.
5. Computing – Storing and accessing data and programs over the internet rather than on your computer's hard drive.
6. A device that connects your home network to the internet via a telephone line or cable.
7. Data Large and complex data sets that require advanced methods for processing and analysis.
9. A computer or system that provides services to other computers in a network.
12. Learning A branch of artificial intelligence where computers learn from data and make predictions without explicit programming.
15. Reality A technology that overlays digital information (like images or text) on top of the real world, often seen through a device like a smartphone or glasses.