Certification Authority
/ˌsɜːrtɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ɔːˈθɒrɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) An entity authorized to issue digital certificates that verify the identity of parties in electronic transactions.
The certification authority issued a digital certificate to authenticate the website's security.
Forms
- certification authority
- certification authorities
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Commentary
Used specifically in contexts involving electronic security and digital identity verification; important for drafting terms involving electronic signatures or secure communications.
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