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What does "access control" mean in programming?
access control is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
The practice of restricting who can view or use resources in a system. Access control systems check identity (authentication) and permission (authorization) before allowing any action.
Example
"The access control list defines which roles can read or write each API endpoint."
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