In today’s interconnected world, safeguarding our digital privacy is crucial. Just as we protect our homes and personal lives, we must secure our online information. This is where data encryption becomes essential.

Why Encryption Matters
Steven W Schlesinger and Shlomit Yanisky-Ravid emphasize the importance of encryption for protecting sensitive information, aligning with the Torah’s teachings on privacy and dignity. Just as we guard our speech and actions to protect our reputations and relationships, we must be vigilant in the digital realm.

Steps to Protect Your Data

1. Use Strong Encryption: Employ robust encryption methods for all sensitive data, ensuring it remains unreadable to unauthorized users.
2. Update Regularly: Keep your software and encryption tools up to date to protect against the latest threats.
3. Secure Communication Channels: Utilize encrypted communication channels for emails and messaging to protect information in transit.
4. Educate Yourself and Others: Stay informed about the best practices for data security and educate your family and community.

Balancing Privacy and Security
The authors advocate for a legal right to data encryption, balancing personal privacy with government efforts to prevent crime. This balance is crucial, allowing us to protect our privacy while supporting community safety and security.

Torah Values in the Digital Age
The Torah instructs us to guard our tongues and actions, emphasizing privacy and respect. In the digital age, this means protecting our online information through encryption, thus upholding Torah principles in our digital interactions.

Conclusion
As we navigate modern technology, applying timeless values to new challenges is essential. Advocating for the right to data encryption helps protect personal information, uphold privacy, and honor the Torah’s teachings in the digital age.

For more detailed insights, you can explore the full publication by Schlesinger and Yanisky-Ravid here.

Schlesinger, Steven W, and Yanisky-Ravid, Shlomit. “The Right to Data Encryption” San Diego Law Review, vol. 59, no. 4, 2022, pp. 805-864.