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Enter a keyword...   ...or choose a category. choose one... Communications Computer Industry Companies Computer Science Data Graphics Hardware Internet and Online Services Mobile Computing Multimedia Networks Operating Systems Programming Software Standards Types of Computers World Wide Web   Mandatory Access Control Last modified: Tuesday, October 16, 2007  In computer security Mandatory Access Control (MAC) is a type of access control in which only the administrator manages the access controls. The administrator defines the usage and access policy, which cannot be modified or changed by users, and the policy will indicate who has access to which programs and files. MAC is most often used in systems where priority is placed on confidentiality. Contrast with Discretionary Access Control (DAC) which is determined by the user with permission.   Enterprise Storage Forum Storage Management, Storage Networking, Business Continuity, Hardware, Industry News, IP Storage, Outsourcing and more for Enterprise Storage. EnterpriseNetworkingPlanet EnterpriseNetworkingPlanet provides practical advice and news for running and managing an enterprise network. In-depth articles and news cover topics such as network management, network monitoring, servers, communications, Internet telephony, operating systems, and much more. Webopedia's "Did You Know...?" Section Use this Webopedia knowledge section for an in-depth overview of specific technologies and occurrences in the areas of Computer Science, The Internet, and Computer Hardware and Software. Webopedia's Quick Reference Section Use this Webopedia reference section for information on common Internet and computer facts and occurrences. Related Categories Security Related Terms access control access control list Discretionary Access Control RBAC secure server security server system administrator Mandatory Access Control Products : Top Store Offers: MobileWMS.com  42.59ZBA,Z-1050 W/DOWNLOAD CABLE Amazon Marketplace  2.99The scissors are specially designed scissors with an extra-long shank for extra leverage. The ingrown clippers have a curved blade that slips under in... Amazon Marketplace  2.99The scissors are specially designed scissors with an extra-long shank for extra leverage. The ingrown clippers have a curved blade that slips under in... Amazon Marketplace  144.42Platforms: Mac Windows Amazon Marketplace  179.99Allows Microsoft Windows, Linux, Mac OS X, and Microsoft Pocket PC remote systems to connect to Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X hosts. Powerful file-tran... Compare all matches: 0 Store Offers