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

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This effort extends beyond physical chip export controls, which have proven difficult to enforce, with new legislation like the Remote Access Security Act aiming to curb remote access. — John Werner, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026 According to industry experts, remote access to computing power is a key factor driving Chinese models’ capability gains for companies including Alibaba, ByteDance, and Tencent, CNBC reported. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 24 Aug. 2026 The company has now released an antivirus, Splashtop Shield, with unique features informed by its extensive experience with remote access. — Neil J. Rubenking, PC Magazine, 23 Aug. 2026 Spooked, General Dynamics workers tore out hardware to cut off remote access to the machines, two former workers said. — Jesse Coburn, ProPublica, 12 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for remote access

Word History

First Known Use

1965, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of remote access was in 1965

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“Remote access.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/remote%20access. Accessed 2 Sep. 2026.

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