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Definition: user permissions


The authorization given to users that enables them to access specific resources on the network, such as data files, applications, printers and scanners. User permissions also designate the type of access; for example, can data only be viewed (read only) or can they be updated (read/write). Also called "user rights," "user authorizations" and "user privileges." See access control.