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Managing the Machine Managing Users 7L3E-03L You can ensure a higher level of security and efficiency by utilizing a user authentication application (login service) to manage the users of the machine ( Login Service(P. 173) ). It is recommended that the administrator manage all users in accordance with your operating environment and required security measures. User Management Functions(P. 173) Configuring the Personal Authentication Management Settings(P. 175) Using Other Convenient Personal Authentication Management Functions(P. 200) Login Service A user authentication application (login service) called "User Authentication" is used as the primary method of managing the users of the machine. With the User Authentication login service, personal authentication can be performed for users based on the user name and password registered for each user. The user information is checked either on the database inside the machine or on an external authentication server. With the ability to precisely define which functions are available to each user, you can personalize machine operations and improve security by limiting access to certain functions. It may also be possible to use Department ID Management to manage groups, depending on the device used for authentication. User Management Functions User management can provide the advantages described below. To protect important data and reduce costs, you can limit access to the machine and define the range of operations that are available to users. Preventing Unauthorized Use by Third Parties Because machine usage is limited to approved users, information leakage due to unauthorized use by third parties is prevented, even if the machine is located in a busy area that is open to outside parties. Setting the Privilege Levels With personal authentication management, you can define the range of available operations by specifying the role (privilege level) for each user. Roles include the "Administrator" role, with full access privileges, and the"GeneralUser" role that cannot use items that require Administrator privileges. 173