In terms of the processes of memory, refers to transforming the information into a form that can be stored in memory.

encoding

Explanation:

Encoding can be defined as the process which involves the conversion of data from one form to another which can only be deciphered or decoded by the owner. This is done for the purpose of securing the data from theft and piracy. In this process the symbols in the data are mapped into the form of bytes. The encoding is of several types like character encoding, image encoding, video encoding and audio encoding.