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protocols

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  1. Agreed-upon standards and practices in technology (particularly information technology) that allow systems manufactured by many different companies to be compatible with each other and work within common larger systems. Protocols are established by industry trade groups, governments, or some combination thereof.

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Among the issues they reported were staffing shortages that left police recruits without adequate firearms training, and unsafe training protocols and working conditions, according to the lawsuits.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

He sees an opportunity for Astera Labs’ offerings to support the technology protocols for Trainium 4.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

"We discussed opportunities for collaboration, as well as shared approaches and protocols to address the challenges associated with scaling this technology," a White House spokesperson told AFP.

From Barron's • Apr. 21, 2026

He said work with animals in captivity had a "ripple effect" for big cats in the wild and treatment protocols.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

Following Institute protocols, we will have a disciplinary review to go over the statements and evidence and determine whether you will continue to be enrolled at the Institute.

From "The Marvellers" by Dhonielle Clayton

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