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- PEP [pseudonymizes data](Pseudonymization) to prevent multiple downloaders from blending data into a larger data set.
- PEP [pseudonymizes data](Pseudonymization) to prevent multiple downloaders from blending data into a larger data set.
- PEP [keeps previous data](#retention) versions available after a cell's contents are overwritten.
- PEP [keeps previous data](#retention) versions available after a cell's contents are overwritten.
Because of these features, PEP is usable for the storage of any (sensitive and/or confidential) information that must be made available in a pseudonymized form. Its current applications include the storage and dissemination of medical data for multiple academic research projects.
Because of these features, PEP is usable for the storage of any (sensitive and/or confidential) information that must be made available in a pseudonymized form. Its current applications include the storage and dissemination of medical data for multiple academic research projects. Because of this, some of PEP's [terminology](Glossary) is geared toward such use.
More information on PEP's four key features can be found [below](#features). More elaborate documentation can be found by following hyperlinks such as [this one to the glossary](Glossary).
More information on PEP's four key features can be found [below](#features). More elaborate documentation can be found by following hyperlinks.