WHAT IS THE e-APP?
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e-Registers
What technology?
• The technology for e-Registers suggested under the e-APP is open source software developed by the NNA and the HCCH. This software is offered for free to Competent Authorities for electronic recording of the Apostilles they have issued.
• The e-Register software offered under the e-APP relies on two open source technologies – PHP and MySQL:
 
• Short for "PHP: Hypertext Preprocessor", PHP is an entirely open source language used mainly for developing dynamic web applications;
• MySQL is a database application that can be installed and operated as free software under the GNU General Public License (GPL);
• PHP is often combined with MySQL and the resulting pair are sometimes nicknamed the “Dynamic Duo.”
• Operation of the e-Register software offered under the e-APP requires a secure Web server managed and maintained by the Competent Authority or by a third party on behalf of the Competent Authority.
• The use of PHP and MySQL technology is a suggestion only. Competent Authorities can modify the free e-Register or rely upon comparable open source software to develop a custom application that integrates within their existing IT infrastructure.
• As well, Competent Authorities may use proprietary software to develop and operate their own e-Register.
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