useraccountability
User accountability is the principle that users of a system, service, or platform are responsible for the consequences of their actions and for ensuring that their use adheres to established rules and ethical standards. It applies to individual users as well as organizations, encompassing both technical behaviors—such as data entry, code deployment, and network configuration—and non‑technical responsibilities, such as complying with intellectual property rights and respecting privacy.
In practice, user accountability mechanisms include authentication and authorization controls, audit logging, and policies that define
Accountability frameworks typically rely on a combination of technical safeguards and human oversight. Technical safeguards enforce
The benefits of strong user accountability include improved system reliability, reduced risk of security breaches, and