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Compliance

Definition

Meeting legal, regulatory, or industry standards for data handling and security.

In Plain English

Compliance is like following building codes—rules you must follow, not suggestions.

Real-World Example

GDPR compliance requires specific data handling practices for European customer data.

Why It Matters for Your Work

Non-compliance can result in significant fines, legal action, and business restrictions.

Common Mistake

Treating compliance as a checkbox. Real compliance requires ongoing processes, not one-time efforts.

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Data Retention

Policies for how long data is kept before deletion.

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PII

Personally Identifiable Information—data that can identify a specific individual.

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Audit Log

A record of who did what and when in a system.

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