In
computer
A computer is a machine that can be programmed to Execution (computing), carry out sequences of arithmetic or logical operations (computation) automatically. Modern digital electronic computers can perform generic sets of operations known as C ...
technology, read-only can refer to:
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Read-only memory
Read-only memory (ROM) is a type of non-volatile memory used in computers and other electronic devices. Data stored in ROM cannot be electronically modified after the manufacture of the memory device. Read-only memory is useful for storing sof ...
(ROM), a type of storage media
* Read-only access to memory using
memory protection
* Read-only access to files or directories in
file system permissions
* Read-only access for
database administrators in database system permissions
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