read-only access
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Read-only access is a permission level that allows viewing or copying data without the ability to modify, delete, or add to it.
This restriction protects files, databases, or systems from unauthorized changes while still permitting users to retrieve information.
The intern was given read-only access to the company's financial records.
In computing, read-only access is a fundamental security measure that limits what different users can do with shared resources.
Limited in scope
- limitedRestricted in extent
- lockedFastened with a mechanism
- protectedKept from harm
- sharedHeld in common
guest · viewer · observer · inspect · examine · reference · consult · audit
Precaution against harm
- preserveProtect from loss
- archiveStored historical records
- backupStored duplicate for recovery
- lockMechanism requiring a key
secure · seal · freeze · snapshot · immutable · unalterable · fixed · static
Chronological record of transactions
- HIPAAMedical privacy statute
- GDPREU data protection law
- regulationOfficial rules governing conduct
- policyAdopted principle of action
governance · oversight · accountability · transparency · certification · standards · due diligence · adherence
restricted
Limited in scope
shared · guest · viewer · observer · inspect · examine · reference · consult · audit · monitor
safeguard
Precaution against harm
lock · secure · seal · freeze · snapshot · immutable · unalterable · fixed · static · permanent
audit trail
Chronological record of transactions
- HIPAAMedical privacy statute
- GDPREU data protection law
- regulationOfficial rules governing conduct
policy · governance · oversight · accountability · transparency · certification · standards · due diligence · adherence · conformity
limitation
Bound on extent
- constraintLimiting condition or rule
- barrierObstruction preventing passage
- blockSolid mass, or impede
disable · prohibit · forbid · withhold · reserve · embargo · censor · control · deny · revoke