Question

The security protection item that ensures that the individual is who they claim to be (the authentic or genuine person) and not an imposter is known as?

Answer 1

Answer: Authentication

Explanation:

Authentication is defined as the process in which a device is secured from any unauthorized access. It functions by evaluating and verifying user's validity through identification before he/she accesses any system.

• As it ensures about identity,it is considered as part of security system in computer and networking field.
• Authentication helps in protection from resources, data or any confidential information of system, computer, websites, network etc.