1. converts information into a coded form
2. stores information in a particular format for computer processing
Usage: computing
3. represents genetic information in DNA or RNA
Usage: biology

Examples

• The software encodes the message before sending it.
• This gene encodes a protein essential for cell growth.
• The system encodes video files in multiple formats.
• DNA encodes the instructions for making proteins.
• The program encodes user passwords for security.
• The camera encodes images as digital files.