Root Certificate FAQ
Frequently asked questions regarding the CSU San Bernardino Root Certificate
- Q: What is the CSU San Bernardino Root Certificate?
- A: The CSU San Bernardino Root Certificate is a trusted file you install to verify certificates. If a certificate is signed by the Root Certificate, you can trust the web site you're connecting to is an official CSU San Bernardino web site and not an impostor.
- Q: What is a digital certificate (or SSL certifcate)?
- A: Certificates are used by computers as a form of identification, just as your OneCard or Drivers Licenses is used for identification
- Q: What is a CA or Certificate Authority?
- A: In the same way that the DMV is in change of issuing drivers licenses, a Certificate Authority is in charge of and issuing digital certificates.
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