Control : the power to influence or direct people's behaviour or the course of events. Operate : (of a person) control the functioning of (a machine, process, or system). Administer : manage and be responsible for the running of (a business, organization, etc.). Rule : one of a set of explicit or understood regulations or principles governing conduct or procedure within a particular area of activity. Man : (of personnel) work at, run, or operate (a place or piece of equipment) or defend (a fortification).