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+Corda Network
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+ 
+Introduction to Corda Network
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+ 
+Corda Network consists of Corda nodes operated by network participants, in which business transactions are created and 
+validated via Corda Distributed Applications (CorDapps) running on these nodes. Each node is identified by means of a 
+certificate issued by the Network’s Certificate Authority and will also be identifiable on a network map. 
+ 
+Corda Network enables interoperability – the exchange of data or assets via a secure, efficient internet layer – in a 
+way that isn’t possible with competing permissioned distributed ledger technologies or legacy systems.
+ 
+The network is due to go live in November, after which it will be governed by R3. An independent, not for profit 
+Foundation is currently being set-up which is intended to govern the Network from mid 2019, after a transition period.
+ 
+The Network will comprise of many sub-groups or ‘business networks’ of participants running particular CorDapps, and 
+such groups will often have a co-ordinating party (the ‘Business Network Operator’) who manages the distribution of the 
+app and rules for its use. 
+ 
+Corda Network will support the operation of business networks by industry-specific operators within the Network. There 
+will be a clear separation between areas of governance for the Network and for individual business networks. For example, 
+rules around membership of business networks will be controlled by its Business Network Operators.
+   
+ 
+Governance Structure
+--------------------
+ 
+We at R3 believe it is critically important that we should not control Corda Network going forwards, and that it should 
+be governed transparently to its members, with a fair and representative structure that can deliver a stable operating 
+environment for its members for the long term.
+ 
+After legal advice we have decided to set up a Corda Network Foundation, a not-for-profit legal entity residing in the 
+Netherlands, known as a Stichting. This is a legal entity suited for governance activities, able to act commercially, 
+with limited liability but no shareholders, capital or dividends. It is defined in a set of Articles of Association and 
+By-laws.
+ 
+A Foundation will enable Network members to be involved with, and also understand, how decisions are made (including 
+around issues of identity and permission), building trust and engagement from a wide range of stakeholders. We believe 
+this will bring about the best decisions and outcomes for the Network’s long-term success. 
+ 
+Its governance bodies shall include
+ 
+* A **Governing Board** (‘the Board’) of 11 representatives (‘Directors’). 
+* A **Technical Advisory** **Committee** (‘the TAC’), comprised of representatives of Member organisations. 
+* A **Governance Advisory Committee**, comprised of representatives of Member organisations. 
+* A **Network Operator** (‘the Operator’), charging the Foundation reasonable costs for providing network and 
+administration services, paid by the Foundation through membership funds, and accountable directly to the Board.
+ 
+Operating on behalf of:
+* **Participants** (‘Participants’), which is open to any organisation participating in the Corda Network, independent 
+of R3 membership and direct Network participation.
+ 
+For more information about the intended governance of the network, please refer to the Governance Guidelines document 
+[here](https://groups.io/g/corda-network/message/96).

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    deterministic-modules.rst
    release-notes
    changelog
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