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System & Integration Requirements

Technical specifications, access standards, and compliance guidelines for users, developers, and contributors accessing Aevum Encyclopedia.

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Web & Desktop

Optimized for modern browsers with hardware acceleration and stable connectivity.

  • Chrome 95+, Firefox 90+, Safari 15+, Edge 95+ Required
  • 4GB RAM minimum (8GB recommended) Recommended
  • 1920×1080 resolution or higher Optimal
  • JavaScript & Cookies enabled Required
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Mobile App

Native iOS and Android clients with offline caching and biometric auth support.

  • iOS 16.0+ / Android 13+ Required
  • 2GB RAM / 500MB free storage Required
  • GPS & Camera for AR field guides Optional
  • Push notifications enabled Recommended
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API & SDK Access

RESTful & GraphQL endpoints for third-party integrations and data pipelines.

  • OAuth 2.0 or API Key authentication Required
  • Rate limit: 1,000 req/min (standard) Default
  • JSON/Protobuf payload support Required
  • SSL/TLS 1.2+ for all endpoints Required
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Contributor Standards

Editorial guidelines and verification requirements for authors and reviewers.

  • Verified academic/industry credentials Required
  • APA 7th / Chicago 17th citation format Required
  • Peer-review submission workflow Required
  • Content license: CC BY-SA 4.0 Standard

API Integration Specifications

GET /api/v2/articles/search HTTP/1.1
Host: api.aevum-encyclopedia.dev
Authorization: Bearer <YOUR_ACCESS_TOKEN>
Accept: application/json

// Query Parameters
q=quantum+computing
lang=en
limit=25
expand=metadata,citations,graph_links
format=structured
Parameter Type Default Description
q string — Semantic search query. Supports Boolean operators & wildcards.
lang string en ISO 639-1 language code. 140+ supported.
limit integer 25 Max results per page. Range: 1–100.
expand array [] Additional data fields to include in response.
format string standard Output format: standard, structured, or markdown.

Compliance & Security

Data Privacy & Protection ▼
Aevum Encyclopedia complies with GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA (for medical entries). All user data is encrypted at rest (AES-256) and in transit (TLS 1.3). We perform annual third-party security audits and maintain SOC 2 Type II certification. Users can export or delete their data at any time via the dashboard.
Accessibility Standards ▼
The platform meets WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines. Features include screen reader optimization, keyboard navigation, high-contrast mode, font scaling, and alt-text generation for all media. API responses support aria-labels and semantic HTML structures for downstream apps.
Rate Limiting & Abuse Prevention ▼
Standard tier: 1,000 requests/minute. Enterprise tier: custom limits. We implement sliding window rate limiting, IP reputation scoring, and automated bot detection. Exceeding limits returns HTTP 429 with Retry-After headers. Abusive patterns trigger temporary blocks and require CAPTCHA verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I self-host the encyclopedia? ▼
No. Aevum Encyclopedia is a cloud-native SaaS platform. We do not offer self-hosted or offline distribution packages due to real-time verification, AI processing, and global CDN requirements. Enterprise clients can request a private VPC deployment with dedicated instances.
Is the API free for academic use? ▼
Yes. Verified educational institutions receive up to 5,000 API calls/month free of charge. Commercial use requires a paid tier. Apply for academic access with your institutional email and faculty ID.
How often are requirements updated? ▼
Minimum specifications are reviewed quarterly. Major version updates (e.g., API v3) are announced 6 months in advance with deprecation schedules. Subscribe to our developer newsletter or watch the changelog for real-time updates.