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As response to TJX Winners - Homesense, why is "hashing" preferable to storing a personal identifier such as a driver's license number?
Suggested Answer: D
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31 comments · newest first
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Jamika
11 months ago
But how does it actually work? Sounds complicated!
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Tennie
11 months ago
It’s all about protecting identities, love it!
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Stefania
12 months ago
Wait, can hashed info really be trusted?
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Candra
12 months ago
Totally agree, way better than using real IDs.
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Jesusita
1 year ago
Hashing keeps personal info safe, for sure!
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Sharita
1 year ago
I believe hashing randomizes the data, but I'm not sure if option C is the right choice. It seems like it could be, but I need to think more about it.
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Rosendo
1 year ago
I feel like hashing is more about security than lifespan, so I don't think option B is correct. But I can't quite recall the exact reason.
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Gerri
1 year ago
I remember practicing a question about data security, and I think it was about how hashing protects sensitive information. Maybe it's option D?
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Winfred
1 year ago
I think hashing is better because it keeps the actual driver's license number hidden, but I'm not sure which option reflects that best.
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Dorothy
1 year ago
Ah, I see. Hashing provides a way to identify customers without exposing their actual personal details. That makes a lot of sense.
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Karan
1 year ago
I'm a little confused on the differences between the answer choices. I'll need to review how hashing works to make sure I select the best option.
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Art
1 year ago
Okay, let me think this through. Hashing scrambles the data, so it's more secure than just storing a driver's license number directly.
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Thora
1 year ago
Hmm, this is an interesting question. I think the key is understanding how hashing works to protect personal information.
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Leah
1 year ago
Got it, the hashed data still allows identification, but in a way that protects the original information. I feel more confident about this now.
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Jolene
1 year ago
I'm a little confused by the wording on some of these options. I'll need to make sure I fully understand the nuances of how command rules are applied before selecting my answers.
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Mabel
2 years ago
Yes, hashing allows for customer identification without revealing the actual number.
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Bulah
2 years ago
But doesn't hashing still provide customer identification in a secure way?
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Leota
2 years ago
I'm going with D. Hashing is the perfect solution to protect customer data while still giving the company what they need. It's like a superhero cape for your personal information!
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Shakira
2 years ago
Definitely! It's important to protect customer data while still being able to identify them.
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Charlene
2 years ago
I agree, hashing is like a superhero cape for personal information!
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Jules
2 years ago
Option B is kind of funny, like 'Hey, your ID is only good for a limited time!' Hashing is the way to go, keeps things nice and private without any expiration dates.
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Izetta
2 years ago
Hashing is definitely the best choice here. I mean, who wants their driver's license number floating around out there? It's like putting your social security number on a billboard - just a big no-no.
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Josphine
2 years ago
D) It still provides customer identification, but in a form that would not reveal the real number.
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Kirby
2 years ago
A) It scrambles information but can be unscrambled for later use.
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Arminda
2 years ago
I agree with Niesha, hashing can protect personal identifiers.
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Bulah
2 years ago
Option D is the way to go! It keeps the customer identification secure while still allowing the company to track purchases. Hashing is like a secret code that keeps the real number a mystery.
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Benedict
2 years ago
Hashing is a smart solution for protecting sensitive information in databases.
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Mollie
2 years ago
It's important to prioritize customer privacy while still being able to analyze data for business purposes.
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Alana
2 years ago
I agree, hashing is a great way to keep personal information secure while still being able to track purchases.
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Rodolfo
2 years ago
Option D is definitely the best choice. It's like a secret code for customer identification.
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Niesha
2 years ago
I think hashing is preferable because it scrambles information.