Overview

Data entry requires a signing key in order to establish that inputted data has come from an authentic source. Data entry items are identified by active identifiers. 

Table: A hash grid table describing the different states of active and passive identifiers. The states of active identifiers are highlighted. 

What is an Active identifier?

A controlled identifier that originates from an authentic source to identify an entity that has the capacity to govern. An active identifier cannot be controlled by a passive identifier.

Technical requirements

Active identifiers are assigned to the Inputs domain. Technical requirements include:

• Cryptographic keys. In cryptography, a key is a string of characters used within an encryption algorithm for altering data so that it appears random. Like a physical key, it locks (encrypts) data so that only someone with the right key can unlock (decrypt) it.

Shared documents and links

• Active and Passive Identifiers