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AS4

AS4 stands for "Applicability Statement 4" and it's a communication protocol that helps companies exchange data in a secure and standardized way. It's like a special language that computers use to talk to each other and make sure they understand each other.

Imagine you and your friend are playing a game and need to give each other a secret code to move on to the next level. AS4 is like the secret code that you both agree to use so that only you and your friend can understand the messages you're exchanging.

AS4 is used in many industries where companies need to share important information, such as healthcare or banking. It makes sure that the information is protected from hackers and only gets to the intended recipient. Think of it like a secret code that helps keep information safe and private.