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What is Authorization?
In this video, you will learn what authorization is in the context of IdAM.
In this video, you will learn what authorization is in the context of IdAM. Importantly, authorization is different to authentication. In the IdAM context, authorization refers to the function of specifying access or privileges to a particular subject. Authorization is an ongoing process.
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Cyber Security Foundations: Identity and Access Management
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