What is obfuscation?

Obfuscation is the act of concealing the meaning or intention of something, making it harder to understand or interpret. In technology, it often refers to techniques used to make code or data more difficult for humans or automated systems to analyze and reverse engineer. Common methods include renaming variables, inserting dead code, and encrypting strings. It is commonly used to protect intellectual property, prevent tampering, and hinder analysis of malware, but it is not a replacement for strong encryption or security practices.