Definition
Active Directory (AD) is Microsoft's directory service for Windows domain networks that provides authentication, authorization, group policy management, and centralized resource management across an organization.
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LDAP
Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) is an open protocol used to access and manage distributed directory information services, commonly used for centralized authentication and storing user account information.
Authentication
Authentication is the process of verifying the identity of a user, device, or system before granting access to resources. It typically involves credentials such as passwords, biometrics, security tokens, or digital certificates.
Privileged Access Management
Privileged Access Management (PAM) is a cybersecurity discipline that secures, controls, and monitors access for privileged accounts that have elevated permissions to critical systems and data.
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