Het token
Example: Je hebt een token nodig om veilig in te loggen op het systeem.
Definition
"Token" refers to a small device or digital code used in IT to authenticate a user's identity, allowing secure access to systems or online accounts. It acts as a security measure, often generating unique codes required for logging in safely.
Etymology
The word "token" originates from Old English 'tacen,' meaning a sign or symbol. In IT, the term evolved to represent a physical or digital item that symbolizes permission or authentication. Did you know? The concept of a token as a security device draws from the idea of a physical token representing access rights.
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"Het token" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - IT Users - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 106 commonly used words.
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