Question

________ is a function that removes specific identifying information from query results, such as last name and telephone number, but creates some sort of unique identifier so that analysts can detect connections between queries.

Answer 1

Answer: Anonymization

Explanation: Anonymization is the mechanism followed on the data for it's security. It is the process in which the data is eliminated on the basis that it is particularly identifiable by the features like last name and other specific features. It is also done by the encryption technique to protect the information. The data that has been specifically identified are specified as anonymous.