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# Authentication and Authorization

Authentication (authN) and Authorization (authZ) are related yet distinct functions that are essential for providing your end users with a seamless experience in, and secure access to, your services and applications.

This section explains the following:

* **[Authentication](../topics/authN)**

* **[Authorization](../topics/authZ)**

**Parent topic:**[Integrating with Digital Identity Management](../topics/DIMgettingStartedIntro)


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