๐ Topic Summary
Authentication is how websites confirm users are who they say they are. Think of it like showing your ID to get into a club โ the website needs proof you're a valid user before granting access. Authentication worksheets help you understand different methods, like passwords, multi-factor authentication, and biometrics, and how they're used in web design to protect user data and prevent unauthorized access.
Without proper authentication, anyone could potentially access sensitive information or wreak havoc on a website. These worksheets will help you think critically about how to implement authentication effectively!
๐๏ธ Part A: Vocabulary
Match the term with its definition:
| Term |
Definition |
| 1. Password |
A. Using multiple methods to verify a user's identity. |
| 2. Multi-Factor Authentication |
B. The process of verifying a user's identity. |
| 3. Authentication |
C. A secret word or phrase used to verify identity. |
| 4. Biometrics |
D. Measuring and statistically analyzing unique physical or behavioral characteristics. |
| 5. Authorization |
E. Determining what a user is allowed to access. |
โ๏ธ Part B: Fill in the Blanks
Complete the following paragraph with the correct words:
__________ is a critical part of web security. It ensures that only __________ users can access certain parts of a website. One common method is using a __________, but more secure methods like __________ are becoming increasingly important to protect against unauthorized access. Proper authentication also enables __________ by granting specific permissions based on verified identities.
๐ค Part C: Critical Thinking
Imagine you're designing a website for a high school that stores student grades. Explain the authentication methods you would implement and why. Consider security, usability, and accessibility in your answer.