Authentication: Verifying "who" the user or device is (e.g., via passwords, certificates).
Authorization: Controlling "what" a user or device can do once authenticated (e.g., read-only vs. read/write permissions).
Combined for Security: Both are essential. Authentication alone doesn't control access levels, and authorization without verification is meaningless.
References:
Identity and Access Management (IAM): Articles and resources outlining the core principles of authentication and authorization.
Cybersecurity Best Practices: Guides on securing systems will often emphasize the need for both authentication and authorization controls.
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