direct access
"Direct access" describes the ability to retrieve or use resources without intermediary steps, applicable in fields like computing, healthcare, and file sharing.
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Definition
B2Computing
(technical)The ability to retrieve or store data without following a specific order.
Example
- Hard drives use direct access to read and write data quickly.
- Databases often employ direct access methods to improve performance.
C1Healthcare
(formal)The ability of patients to seek treatment from a physical therapist without needing a doctor's referral.
Example
- Direct access allows patients to receive physical therapy without waiting for a doctor's appointment.
- The new healthcare policy includes direct access to physical therapy services.
B2File Sharing
(technical)Permission granted to access a file or folder directly within a shared environment, without needing a link.
Example
- Team members have direct access to the shared project files on OneDrive.
- Direct access simplifies collaboration by allowing users to find shared resources quickly.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "direct access":
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