Local administrator privileges

Local administrator privileges are a type of access rights granted to users who have been granted the privilege to access and manage a device with full control. With local administrator privileges, a user with this access level can install applications, manage user accounts, change system settings, in addition to other functions and tasks associated with management of a device and/or its local network.

Local administrator privileges are most often assigned when a user needs to make system-wide changes, as opposed to a standard user who can only make local changes to his or her environment. These privileges are often gained through logging in as the local administrator, sometimes referred to as the “super user.” In larger settings, these privileges can be scaled more flexibly using a domain controller, group policy and administrative accounts.

Local administrator privileges are also used to override certain limitations on certain devices or within applications or programs. For instance, if a user does not have the ability to access certain files or folders due to a more restricted access rule, that user may be able to use local administrator privileges to gain access to those files or folders.

Finally, local administrator privileges can be used to increase security on a device or network, as a user with administrator privileges can define the levels of access available to users on the device. Additionally, it can help to create a secure environment on the device or network since a malicious user may not be able to access or change settings in the same way that a regular user would be able to.

In short, Local administrator privileges provide users with the highest level of access to a device or network. Depending on the situation, granting this level of access to an individual user may be necessary for making system-wide changes, overriding certain limitations or increasing security.