In an activity where words have specific meanings and should be used in their correct place in order to prevent miscommunication of intent or purpose, "stretching the meaning" of a particular technical term can only bring confusion (and bugs).
Authentication and Authorization are correct and complete terms that have separate but related meanings, personally I don't feel them to be confusing at all.
The entire article feels like whining because the author stubbed his toe against a corner.
Lay people need explaining these concepts using non technical words? Of course, that's what documentation and manuals are for. "WE" are not lay people, and we should understand what their meanings are.
Authentication and Authorization are correct and complete terms that have separate but related meanings, personally I don't feel them to be confusing at all.
The entire article feels like whining because the author stubbed his toe against a corner.
Lay people need explaining these concepts using non technical words? Of course, that's what documentation and manuals are for. "WE" are not lay people, and we should understand what their meanings are.