Entity - IHRIMedia

“Any singular, identifiable and separate object. The term is used in a number of programming languages/concepts, database^[1] management and systems design. In relation to a database, an entity is a single person, place, or thing about which data^[2] can be stored. In data modeling (a first step in the creation of a database), an entity is some unit of data that can be classified and have stated relationships to other entities.”

Defined Terms

1. ↑ database.

A set of data. A permanent, self descriptive store of interrelated data items arranged in a logical way that can be accessed by various computer programs.

2. ↑ data.

Numbers, characters, or images in a form which can be assessed by a human or (especially) input into a computer, stored and processed.

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The process of identifying an individual usually based on a username and password. Authentication merely ensures that the individual is who he or she claims to be, but says nothing about the access rights of the individual. The process of verifying the identity of an individual or entity to ensure authorized access and secure transactions.

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