selective directory
[sɪˈlɛktɪv dəˈrɛktəri]
nounpl: selective directories
diretório seletivo
1. A telephone or contact directory that lists only selected individuals or organizations, excluding certain entries based on specific criteria
The selective directory allows customers to opt out of having their phone numbers listed publicly.
O diretório seletivo permite que os clientes optem por não ter seus números de telefone listados publicamente.
2. In computing and data management, a filtered or restricted listing that displays only records meeting predetermined selection criteria
The company maintains a selective directory of authorized vendors for security purposes.
A empresa mantém um diretório seletivo de fornecedores autorizados por questões de segurança.
3. A curated list of contacts or resources accessible only to designated users or groups
Access to the selective directory requires proper authentication and authorization.
O acesso ao diretório seletivo requer autenticação e autorização adequadas.
In Brazil, selective directories became more relevant with telecommunications regulation (ANATEL) and consumer protection laws. In the USA, the concept is tied to Do Not Call registries and privacy regulations. This term is primarily technical and regulatory, used in corporate, telecommunications, and IT contexts rather than in casual conversation.
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