Entity: WHITE-LIST-
A whitelist is a list of approved or favored items, people, or software programs that are trusted or allowed access by a particular authority or group.
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Etymology
The term 'white-list' is derived from the concept of 'white' symbolizing purity, goodness, or approval.
Definition
A whitelist is a list of approved or favored items, people, or software programs that are trusted or allowed access by a particular authority or group.
Historical Context
Whitelists have been used historically in various contexts, such as cybersecurity, immigration policies, and human rights assessments, to denote a list of entities considered safe, approved, or non-threatening.
Cultural Significance
In modern times, whitelists play a crucial role in cybersecurity, where they are used to allow only trusted software programs to access devices or operating systems, enhancing security measures.
Related Concepts
- Blacklist: A list of entities that are banned, excluded, or considered undesirable.
- Greylist: A list of entities that are neither fully approved nor fully rejected, requiring further review or assessment.
See Also
A whitelist is a list of approved or favored items, people, or software programs that are trusted or allowed access by a particular authority or group.