Individual or process acting on behalf of an individual who makes requests of a guard or dedicated server. The client's requests to the guard or dedicated server can involve data transfer to, from, or through the guard or dedicated server. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
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Individual or process acting on behalf of an individual who makes requests of a guard or dedicated server. The client's requests to the guard or dedicated server can involve data transfer to, from, or through the guard or dedicated server. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)
Cite this term
Election Security Glossary. (2026). Client. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 21, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/client
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