Certifying Authority (CA) - Definition or Meaning

Certifying Authority (CA)

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Definition of “Certifying Authority (CA)” :

A Certifying Authority (CA) is a trusted entity that issues and manages digital certificates, which are used to authenticate the identity of individuals, websites, and organizations over the internet. CAs are a critical part of the internet’s Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), ensuring secure online transactions.

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