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It can involve both. A specific permission rule describes required behavior, while a broader security expectation constrains many workflows. Document and verify the requirement regardless of its category.
What is the difference between functional and non-functional requirements?
Is user authorization a functional or non-functional requirement?
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Specify the user action, measurement, target, and conditions such as dataset size and concurrent usage. Agree on those assumptions before using the target to judge the application.
Targets affect architecture, cost, and validation. They should reflect product needs and operational capacity, so an assistant should label proposed values for review rather than present them as approved commitments.
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