Desalting, also known as desalinization or desalination, refers to the process of removing salt and other minerals from sea or brackish water to make it safe for human consumption or other purposes. Other synonyms for desalting include demineralization, demineralizing, purification, refining, and treatment. The process of desalting involves several methods such as reverse osmosis, electrodialysis, and distillation, depending on the source of the water and the level of salt concentration. The availability of freshwater is crucial for the survival of human civilization, and desalting is becoming an increasingly important solution to meet the growing demand for freshwater resources.