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Central Count Optical Scan

Central Count Optical Scan: Optical scan system that utilizes one or more high-speed scanners at a central location to tabulate ballots.

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Optical scan system that utilizes one or more high-speed scanners at a central location to tabulate ballots. Central count systems are usually paired with Vote By Mail technologies. Central count systems lack over- vote/undervote protection capabilities.

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Optical scan system that utilizes one or more high-speed scanners at a central location to tabulate ballots. Central count systems are usually paired with Vote By Mail technologies. Central count system lack overvote/undervote protection capabilities.

Source: EAC IT Glossary for Election OfficialsType: external

Sources

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The State and Local Election Cybersecurity Playbook
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EAC IT Glossary for Election Officials
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EAC Information Technology Terminology
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