👉 Computing permissions, also known as access control or security permissions, refer to the rules and policies that govern who or what entities can access, modify, or use resources within a computing environment. These permissions are crucial for maintaining data security, privacy, and integrity by ensuring that only authorized users, applications, or systems can interact with sensitive information or critical resources. Permissions can be defined at various levels, such as user, group, or resource-specific, and are typically enforced through access control lists (ACLs), role-based access control (RBAC), or attribute-based access control (ABAC). By carefully managing these permissions, organizations can mitigate risks associated with unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security threats.
