Before Users Can Be Given Access to a Computer and Its

question 24

Multiple Choice

Before users can be given access to a computer and its data, they must in some way prove that they are who they claim to be. This process of providing proof is known as ____.

• A) authorization
• B) encryption
• C) cryptography
• D) authentication

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Definitions:

Transferable Skill

A skill acquired in one context that is applicable or valuable in another context.

Leadership

The action of leading a group of people or an organization.

Critical Thinking

The objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a judgment, involving skepticism and questioning of accepted conclusions.

Interpersonal

Relating to interactions and relationships between people.