TACACS
Definition
Terminal access controller access control system. Standard security protocol used in authenticating the identity of a computer or device seeking remote access to privileged data (such as that behind a firewall). Its improved version (TACACS+) provides full services (authentication, authorization, and accounting) of an AAA Server for electronic commerce. Developed by Cisco Systems it is an alternative to RADIUS.
TACACS is in the Data Management, Communications, & Networks subject.
TACACS appears in the definitions of the following terms: AAA Server and Remote Authentication Dial In Service (RADIUS)
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