locked setting
[lɒkt ˈsɛtɪŋ]
nounpl: locked settings
configuração bloqueada
1. A configuration or parameter in software, hardware, or a device that has been secured or restricted to prevent unauthorized changes or access
The administrator applied a locked setting to prevent users from modifying the network security protocols.
O administrador aplicou uma configuração bloqueada para impedir que os usuários modificassem os protocolos de segurança da rede.
2. In user interface design, a state where certain options, controls, or features are disabled or inaccessible to regular users
The locked setting on the camera prevented accidental exposure adjustments during the presentation.
A configuração bloqueada na câmera impediu ajustes acidentais de exposição durante a apresentação.
3. A security feature that restricts modification of system or application settings until proper authentication is provided
Parents can enable locked settings on parental control to restrict their children's screen time.
Os pais podem ativar configurações bloqueadas no controle parental para restringir o tempo de tela de seus filhos.
This term is prevalent in technology and digital security contexts across both Brazilian and American English-speaking communities. In Brazil, it is commonly used in IT support, software documentation, and parental control discussions. The concept reflects modern digital literacy and the increasing importance of cybersecurity in both personal and professional environments.
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