locking systems
Mechanisms preventing entry
Locking systems are mechanisms designed to secure doors, containers, or other access points against unauthorized entry.
The term encompasses everything from traditional key-and-tumbler locks to electronic keypads, biometric scanners, and smart locks controlled by smartphone apps.
In computing, locking systems prevent simultaneous access to shared resources: The database uses a locking system to avoid conflicts when multiple users edit records.
- deadboltKey-operated door lock
- keyLock-opening device
- tumblerFlat-bottomed drinking vessel
- padlockPortable locking device
- cylinderCircular-based solid form
bolt · latch · keyhole · combination · pin · pin code · hasp · chain · electronic · biometric · fingerprint · keycard · key fob · magnetic stripe · access control · safe · vault · click
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