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Entity that follows a set of rules and formats (semantic and syntactic) that determines the communication behavior of other entities. (FIPS 188) (NISTIR)
Also known asProtocol Entity (PE) · Protocol Entity (PE) as defined in FIPS 188 · Protocol Entity (NISTIR) · Protocol Entity (FIPS 188)
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Entity that follows a set of rules and formats (semantic and syntactic) that determines the communication behavior of other entities. (FIPS 188) (NISTIR)
The Cyber Glossary · 2024
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Election Security Glossary. (2026). Protocol Entity. In Election Security Glossary. Retrieved August 20, 2026, from https://electionsecurityglossary.com/glossary/protocol-entity
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