write-protected
Cannot be modified
Write-protected describes data or storage media that cannot be modified or deleted.
A write-protected file can be read but not edited; a write-protected disk or drive blocks any attempt to save new content.
The protection prevents accidental deletion or unauthorized changes: The system files are write-protected.
Some devices have physical switches to enable write protection.
Viewable but not changeable
- lockedFastened with a mechanism
- restrictedLimited in scope
- permissionsOfficial allowances granted
- access controlRestricting resource availability selectively
encrypted · safeguard · tamper-proof · unauthorized · secure · firewall · administrator · privileges
Flat circular object
- USBDevice connection standard
- flash drivePortable digital storage device
- SD cardCompact removable storage medium
- floppyLacking rigidity, bending easily
memory card · ROM · firmware · media · thumb drive · external drive · cartridge · storage device
Alert about danger
- messageTransmitted communication
- promptIncite to action
- notificationFormal notice given
- access deniedEntry permission withheld
permission denied · override · bypass · unlock · disable · troubleshoot · format error · workaround
Stored collection of data
- documentWritten or electronic file
- folderContainer for loose papers
- directoryFile system container
- spreadsheetTabular data organizer
database · system files · registry · configuration · settings · metadata · records · format
read-only
Viewable but not changeable
- lockedFastened with a mechanism
- restrictedLimited in scope
- permissionsOfficial allowances granted
access control · encrypted · safeguard · tamper-proof · unauthorized · secure · firewall · administrator · privileges · authentication
disk
Flat circular object
- USBDevice connection standard
- flash drivePortable digital storage device
- SD cardCompact removable storage medium
floppy · memory card · ROM · firmware · media · thumb drive · external drive · cartridge · storage device · backup
warning
Alert about danger
- messageTransmitted communication
- promptIncite to action
- notificationFormal notice given
access denied · permission denied · override · bypass · unlock · disable · troubleshoot · format error · workaround
file
Stored collection of data
spreadsheet · database · system files · registry · configuration · settings · metadata · records · format · corruption
write-protectedwritable
Capable of receiving text
editable · modifiable · read-write · writeable · unlocked
write-protectedunprotected
Without safeguard or shield
unrestricted · unlocked · unsecured · open · accessible
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