protected file
[prəˈtɛktəd faɪl]
nounpl: protected files
arquivo protegido
1. A computer file that has restrictions on access, modification, or deletion, typically secured with passwords, encryption, or permission settings
The protected file can only be opened by users with the correct password.
O arquivo protegido só pode ser aberto por usuários com a senha correta.
2. A file marked with read-only status or other security attributes to prevent unauthorized changes
The system administrator created a protected file to ensure the critical data could not be accidentally deleted.
O administrador do sistema criou um arquivo protegido para garantir que os dados críticos não pudessem ser deletados acidentalmente.
In both Brazilian and American computing contexts, protected files are standard security practice in corporate and personal environments. The term is widely used in IT documentation, software interfaces, and professional settings. In Brazil, data protection has become increasingly important with LGPD (Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados) regulations, making protected files a crucial aspect of compliance.
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