Authentication

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Authentication

Authentication (pronunciation: /ɔːˌθɛntɪˈkeɪʃən/) is a process in medicine and healthcare that verifies the identity of a user, system, or device. It is a critical component in maintaining the security and privacy of patient information.

Etymology

The term "authentication" originates from the Greek word "authentikos," which means "original" or "genuine." It was first used in the context of computer systems in the 1960s.

Related Terms

  • Authorization: The process of giving someone permission to do or have something. In healthcare, this often refers to the process of granting healthcare providers access to patient information.
  • Identity Verification: The process of ensuring that a user is who they claim to be. This is often a prerequisite for authentication.
  • Biometric Authentication: A type of authentication that uses unique biological characteristics, such as fingerprints or facial recognition, to verify identity.
  • Two-Factor Authentication: A security process in which the user provides two different authentication factors to verify themselves.
  • Password: A secret word or phrase that must be used to gain admission to a system or service. It is a common method of authentication.

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