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This article is from the Secure Sockets Layer Discussion List FAQ, by Shannon Appel SAppel@consensus.com with numerous contributions by others.

5.5) Does Netscape require hierarchical naming (that is, distinguished names) for its certificates?

Yes, Netscape requires distinguished names.

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