remote access

noun

computers

: access to a computer or a computer system from another location by means of a network connection

If the person went along with the call, the scammer would try to convince them to provide remote access to their computer.—

A. J. Dellinger

Examples of remote access in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

These examples are automatically compiled from online sources to illustrate current usage. Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.

This may include conducting regular security assessments, establishing clear protocols for remote access and implementing comprehensive vendor risk management programs. —

Robert McNutt, Forbes, 23 Oct. 2024 One plan is to conduct penetration tests, in which a hacker tries to get remote access to machines, in several jurisdictions, including in Missouri and Nebraska. —

Sarah D. Wire, USA TODAY, 18 Oct. 2024 Lastly, secure remote access to your network using VPNs and other security measures. —

Monica Hovsepian, Forbes, 7 Oct. 2024 The library provides cryptographic security used in email security, cloud storage, web browsing, remote access, and device management. —

Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 11 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for remote access

Word History

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of remote access was in 1965

See more words from the same year

Cite this Entry

Style

“Remote access.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/remote%20access. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

Copy Citation