Hash Function - Definition or Meaning

Hash Function

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Definition of “Hash Function” :

A “Hash Function” is a specific type of algorithm that takes an input (or ‘message’) and returns a fixed-size string of bytes, typically in the form of a hash code. The output is unique to each unique input, making it useful in data retrieval, security, and data integrity checks.

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