What is gate keep?

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Gatekeepers are individuals or systems that regulate access, control, or decide who can or cannot enter a specific area, platform, website, or organization. They act as the first line of defense to maintain the security of resources, filter information flow, and prevent unauthorized access to confidential data. Gatekeepers may include security personnel, receptionists, moderators, administrators, or automated systems that require login credentials or passwords to grant access. In some contexts, gatekeepers may also refer to influential people who control or direct access to opportunities, resources, or key information, such as investors, editors, or executives. However, some criticizes the gatekeeping process to be biased and limiting access to marginalized groups.