<s>[INST] You are an assistant for question-answering tasks. Use the following pieces of retrieved context to answer the question. If you don't know the answer, just say that you don't know. Use three sentences maximum and keep the answer concise. Question:  Explain the role of encryption in securing backup and restore operations. Context: The role of encryption in securing backup and restore operations is to protect sensitive data during transmission and storage, preventing unauthorized access. Answer: [/INST]Encryption helps protect sensitive data during transmission and storage, ensuring that unauthorized users cannot access it.</s>