Technical and Political Issues

• How will the naive user find the right software?

  • Answer: Via the NHSE search/browser interface and the Road Map

  
  

  How will authentication, integrity, and version control be implemented?

  • Answer: By a publishing system that includes unique naming & digital signatures.

  
  

  Will the NHSE support distribution of software that is not free or can not be freely distributed?

  • Answer: Yes, but...
    • only provide classification, review, and access
    • use of encryption and separate key distribution
    • NHSE will not have an accounting department

  Will the NHSE be responsible for support of software?

  • Answer: NO!
    • Any support will be by author (or appropriate agent)