What does LOGON mean?

Parts of Speech: noun, verb

Definitions:

1. (n.) The process of gaining access to a computer system by entering a username and password.
2. (v.) To enter a computer system by providing a username and password.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈloʊˌɡɑn/
• UK: /ˈlɒɡɒn/

Origin and Usage:

The term "logon" originated in the 1960s as a combination of "log" and "on." It refers to the process of logging onto a computer system, which requires a user to enter a username and password. The term is commonly used in the field of computer science and information technology.

Synonyms:

• login
• sign-in
• access

Related Words:

• login
• error
• admin
• email
• cache

Example Sentences:

1. The logon process requires a username and password.
2. She forgot her logon credentials and couldn access her account.
3. He logged on to the computer system using his username and password.