What is Windows Cardspace?

CardSpace formerly known as InfoCard manages digital identities in the various versions of Windows. A full description is seen at http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/library/aa480189.aspx

Windows CardSpace (formerly "InfoCard")

Windows CardSpace is a Microsoft .NET Framework version 3.0 (formerly WinFX) component that provides the consistent user experience required by the identity metasystem. It is specifically hardened against tampering and spoofing to protect the end user's digital identities and maintain end-user control. http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/netframework/aa663320.aspx
 
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