The component in electronic key management system (EKMS) that provides electronic management of key and other COMSEC material and serves as an interface to the Key Processor. (It is composed of a user-supplied personal computer, an operating system, LCMS and user application software (UAS), as required). Source: CNSSI No. 4005 (COMSEC)
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The component in electronic key management system (EKMS) that provides electronic management of key and other COMSEC material and serves as an interface to the Key Processor. (It is composed of a user-supplied personal computer, an operating system, LCMS and user application software (UAS), as required). Source: CNSSI No. 4005 (COMSEC)
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Local Management Device (lmd). In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 13, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/local-management-device-lmd
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