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# F4.10 Adhere to open standards and modular architecture

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[L3 Development ](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/responsible-authorities/r3-donor/l3-development.md)
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[F4 Reinforce transparency, accountability](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/principles/foundational-principles/f4-reinforce-transparency-accountability.md)
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[RS2 Digital insecurity](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-safety.md)

[SV4 Technical shortcomings](/safeguards/universal-dpi-safeguards-framework/risks/risks-to-structural-vulnerabilities.md)
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## Practices

> * Implement open standards and protocols across all system components.
> * Design the system architecture to be layered and modular, facilitating easier auditing, maintenance, and upgrades, while also enhancing system security and transparency.
> * Adopt open-source solutions as the foundation of the DPI, enabling public scrutiny and fostering trust through transparency in the system’s operations and design.

## Resources

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>Case Study</strong></mark></td><td>( to come soon..)</td></tr><tr><td></td><td><mark style="color:yellow;"><strong>References</strong></mark></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>


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