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Operations Code

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Code composed largely of words and phrases suitable for general communications use. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Also known asOPCODE · ops code · operational code · operations coding
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Code composed largely of words and phrases suitable for general communications use. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Operations Code. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 13, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/operations-code

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