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Decentralized Access Control

Definition

Decentralized access control refers to systems that manage permissions and authorization without a single point of authority. Instead of relying on a central server or administrator, these systems distribute control across a network, often utilizing smart contracts or distributed ledger technology. This approach ensures that access rights are managed in a verifiable and tamper-resistant manner. Users may gain or lose access based on predefined rules encoded on the blockchain or other distributed mechanisms.