Anonymization Techniques
Anonymization Techniques aim to protect individual privacy by altering data so personal identities are concealed. These methods, such as data masking, pseudonymization, and k-anonymity, transform identifiable data while retaining its utility for analysis or research. Anonymization is crucial in data sharing and compliance with regulations like GDPR. It balances privacy with the need for data-driven insights, often linked with privacy-preserving technologies and differential privacy.