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Commercial Off-the-shelf Technology
Commercial Off-the-shelf Technology: Hardware and software components that are widely available for purchase and can be integrated into special-purpose systems.
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Hardware and software components that are widely available for purchase and can be integrated into special-purpose systems. E-pollbooks are often implemented on COTS tablets such as the iPad or Android tablet. COTS systems are contrasted with propriety systems.
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EAC IT Glossary for Election Officials
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EAC Information Technology Terminology
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