What are the default user permissions in windows sharepoint services

In this article we will discuss list of permissions available in Windows SharePoint Services:

1. Read   This permission level gives read-only access to the Web site.
2. Contribute   In addition to the Read permission level, the Contribute permission level allows you to create and edit items in existing lists and document libraries.
3. Design   In addition to the Contribute permission level, the Design permission level allows you to create lists and document libraries, approve items, and edit pages in the Web site.
4. Full Control   This permission level gives full control.
5. Limited   The Limited permission level allows access to a shared resource within a site, such as a specific list, document library, folder, list item, or document, without giving access to the entire site.