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>17.8. Encryption Options</A
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>   <SPAN
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>PostgreSQL</SPAN
> offers encryption at several
   levels, and provides flexibility in protecting data from disclosure
   due to database server theft, unscrupulous administrators, and
   insecure networks. Encryption might also be required to secure
   sensitive data such as medical records or financial transactions.
  