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ALSO CALLED:
CA,
Certificate Authority,
Certificates,
Certification Authorities
DEFINITION: (CA also stands for conditional access, a term used in DTV.)A certificate authority (CA) is an authority in a network that issues and manages security credentials and public keys for message encryption. As part of a public key infrastructure (PKI), a CA checks with a registration authority (RA) to verify information provided by the requestor of a digital certificate. If the RA verifies the requestor's
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Certificate Authorities Reports
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Self-signed certificates
sponsored by Norton Secured - Powered by VeriSign
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While many IT pros believe that self-signed SSL certificates can help lower security costs, there are a number of other costs that they are not aware of. In this paper, explore the true total cost of ownership for self-signed SSL certificates and how working with a trusted security vendor can be an alternative approach.
Posted: 11 May 2012 | Published: 11 May 2012
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The Hidden Costs of Self-Signed SSL Certificates
sponsored by Symantec Corporation
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Many IT professionals believe that self-signed SSL certificates can help lower security costs. Unfortunately, aside from the certificate itself, there are a number of other costs. This paper uncovers the true total cost of ownership for self-signed SSL certificates and why they are costlier and riskier than working with a trusted security vendor.
Posted: 09 May 2012 | Published: 09 May 2012
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Choosing a Cloud Hosting Provider with Confidence
sponsored by Symantec Corporation
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This paper uncovers tips for choosing a cloud hosting provider and explores where and when to use cloud solutions, specific issues enterprises should raise with hosting providers before selecting a vendor, and ways in which SSL from a trusted certificate authority can help enterprises conduct business in the cloud with confidence.
Posted: 07 May 2012 | Published: 07 May 2012
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Simplify SSL Certificate Management Across the Enterprise
sponsored by Symantec Corporation
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Managing SSL Certificates has become a complex task especially for organizations with multiple locations, divisions and increasing Web-based services. In this resource, uncover a five (5) step guide to help you take control on SSL Certificates across the enterprise and key recommendations.
Posted: 07 May 2012 | Published: 07 May 2012
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How to choose a certificate authority
sponsored by Norton Secured - Powered by VeriSign
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This white paper takes an in depth look into the role of certificate authorities (CAs) in web security. Within, learn how to choose the right CA to ensure that the trust between you and your customers remains intact.
Posted: 19 Apr 2012 | Published: 19 Apr 2012
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Network+ 2011 Exam N10-005 Updates
sponsored by Global Knowledge
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Easily ace the newest version of the Network+ N10-005 exam with the expert study tips in this resource. Find out about the latest updates to the exam so that you are well-prepared for every topic.
Posted: 11 Apr 2012 | Published: 11 Apr 2012
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CERTIFICATE AUTHORITIES DEFINITION (continued): … (CA also stands for conditional access, a term used in DTV.)A certificate authority (CA) is an authority in a network that issues and manages security credentials and public keys for message encryption. As part of a public key infrastructure (PKI), a CA checks with a registration authority (RA) to verify information provided by the requestor of a digital certificate. If the RA verifies the requestor's information, the CA can then issue a certificate.Depending on the public key infrastructure implementation, the certificate includes the owner's public key, the expiration date of the certificate, the owner's name, and other information about the public key owner. Certificate Authorities definition sponsored by SearchSecurity.com, powered by WhatIs.com an online computer dictionary
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