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maintained by a study group consisting of the founding group with other
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interested implementers.
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+ == What is the vision of LibrePGP?
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+ "Libre" is derived from the Latin word for "free". It emphasizes freedom,
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+ openness, and unrestricted use.
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+ "PGP" stands for Pretty Good Privacy, the original encryption program developed
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+ by Phil Zimmermann in 1991 that became the basis for the OpenPGP standard.
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+ LibrePGP represents the next step for the future of OpenPGP:
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+ Free and open::
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+ LibrePGP aims to keep encryption technology accessible to all, free from
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+ proprietary restrictions or government interference.
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+ Stable and compatible::
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+ It builds on 20+ years of OpenPGP experience, ensuring long-term stability and
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+ compatibility with existing systems.
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+ Security-focused::
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+ LibrePGP prioritizes real-world security concerns over purely academic
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+ interests, making it suitable for deployments in critical sectors.
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+ Forward-looking::
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+ LibrePGP represents a future for encrypted communication that supports rapid
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+ evolution, incorporating new algorithms like OCB when beneficial.
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+ Trusted::
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+ With its commitment to open-source and collaboration among respected developers,
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+ LibrePGP aims to be a globally trusted standard for secure communication.
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+ The vision for LibrePGP is to ensure that strong, reliable encryption remains
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+ freely available to defend privacy and secure communication worldwide. It seeks
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+ to balance innovation with stability, ensuring that the technology evolves to
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+ meet new challenges while maintaining the interoperability and reliability that
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+ have made PGP a cornerstone of digital security for decades.
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== Why is RNP Supporting LibrePGP?
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We believe that LibrePGP is an essential step forward in preserving the core
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robust and flexible specification that is designed to meet the evolving needs of
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secure communication.
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+ LibrePGP is not just a specification. It is a movement -- a collaborative effort
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+ to protect digital rights, support freedom of speech, and provide a robust
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+ foundation for secure communication in an increasingly digital world.
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+ LibrePGP is our bulwark against attempts to weaken encryption standards,
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+ ensuring that individuals, journalists, activists, and organizations always have
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+ access to strong, trustworthy encryption tools.
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+ This is exactly why we are proud to support LibrePGP and contribute to its
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+ contributions to its development and adoption.
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== Long-term collaboration with g10 Code and Intevation
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As the developer of RNP, Ribose works closely with g10 Code, the developer of
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