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Glossary ¶ There are a significant number of terms and definitions that are unique to the snap, snapd, and snapcraft ecosystem. This page defines the terminology and other terms touched by these tools and links to further information when required. If you’re new to using snaps, take a look at Getting started , and if you’re looking to build your own snaps, take a look at Craft a snap . Terms and definitions ¶ appliance ¶ An appliance is a pre-configured Ubuntu Core bootable image that includes one or more snaps to provide a specific set of features. The OpenHAB smart home system, the Plex media server, and the Nextcloud Server platform, are all available as appliances, for example. See What is an Ubuntu Appliance for more details. assertion ¶ An assertion is a digitally signed document that either verifies the validity of a process, as attested by the signer, or carries policy information, as formulated by the signer. Snapcraft, snapd, Ubuntu Core and the Snap Store all use assertions to handle a variety of functions and processes, including authentication, policy setting, identification and validation.
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