Multiple choice technology architecture

The identity management component that acts as a repository for user ID and user profile information, that plays a key role in user authentication is

  1. Authentication services

  2. Authorization services

  3. Directory services

  4. Personalization services
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Directory services act as the central repository storing user IDs, credentials, and profile information. They play a critical role in authentication by providing the data against which login credentials are verified. Authentication services (A) perform the verification, authorization services (B) control permissions, and personalization services (D) customize user experiences.

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