This paper introduces a novel approach to resource access optimization in collaborative environments with overlapping member access. The Key Trees Combining Algorithm (KTCA) is proposed to streamline access to shared resources by efficiently managing overlapping access permissions among members. KTCA leverages hierarchical structures to reduce redundancy and complexity in access control. Through experimental validation, this paper demonstrates the effectiveness of KTCA in improving resource access efficiency and reducing access conflicts, making it a valuable tool for collaborative platforms and shared resource management.

Resource access optimization, Key Trees Combining Algorithm (KTCA), Collaborative environments

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