The PKI itself is simply a way of managing keys. It also considers the growing adoptions of certificates as a legally binding type of authentication. This is perhaps the clearest explanation of the reasons for the slow adoption of certificates. This IdeaByte briefly identifies the leading PKI vendors. Watch for a Planning Assumption with a detailed treatment of the vendors coming soon.
Authentication is the foundation on which they all rest.
Certificates are growing as authentication types. This IdeaByte looks at what the acquisition of Network Solutions by VeriSign means for customers. This IdeaByte considers how Entrust will benefit in its quest to strengthen user authentication management. This IdeaByte demystifies the confusing smart card market. Giga sees early signs of certificate acceptance.