| Purpose | Representation and transformation of data into a specific format | Protection of data confidentiality through the use of algorithms |
| Goal | Ensures compatibility and data integrity during transmission | Secures data from unauthorized access or interception |
| Security | Not intended for security purposes | Primarily used for security and data protection |
| Reversibility | Generally reversible, data can be decoded back to its original form | Reversible or irreversible, depending on the encryption algorithm used |
| Data Transformation | Converts data to a different format without altering its meaning | Transforms data into a form that is unintelligible without the decryption key |
| Data Recovery | Data can be recovered by reversing the encoding process | Data can be recovered by decrypting the encrypted data using the correct key |
| Algorithms | Various encoding schemes like Base64, URL encoding, etc. | Utilizes cryptographic algorithms like AES, RSA, etc. |
| Key Usage | No specific keys used in encoding | Encryption keys are used to encrypt and decrypt the data |
| Application | Used in scenarios like data transmission, storage, and data representation | Applied in scenarios that require secure communication and data protection |
| Example | Base64 encoding, URL encoding | AES encryption, RSA encryption |
