access control
[/ˈækses kənˈtroʊl/]
nounpl: access controls
controle de acesso
1. A security measure that restricts entry to a physical location, digital system, or resource to authorized persons only
The building's access control system uses key cards to verify employee identity.
O sistema de controle de acesso do prédio usa cartões para verificar a identidade dos funcionários.
2. In information technology, the process of determining and enforcing who can access specific data, files, or applications
Access control lists define which users have permissions to view confidential documents.
As listas de controle de acesso definem quais usuários têm permissão para visualizar documentos confidenciais.
3. The mechanisms and policies implemented to manage and regulate entry and usage rights
Proper access control is essential for maintaining cybersecurity in corporate networks.
O controle de acesso adequado é essencial para manter a segurança cibernética em redes corporativas.
Access control has become increasingly important in Brazil due to rapid digital transformation and growing cybersecurity awareness in corporate sectors. In the United States, the term is prevalent in both physical security (buildings, events) and cybersecurity contexts. The concept reflects modern concerns about data privacy and organizational security across both cultures.
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