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When Is Uid Used?

Alexander Ross • • 7 min read
When Is Uid Used?

Uses of UIDs
The most widely known use of unique identifiers occurs when users register for a website or service. Customers are often provided with a username or user ID that allows the company they are registering with to differentiate them within their user logs.

Why is UID used?

Answer. A unique identifier (UID) is an identifier that marks that particular record as unique from every other record. It allows the record to be referenced in the Summon Index without confusion or unintentional overwriting from other records.

What is UID required?

Facts about UID

UID is required by the U.S. Department of Defense for all equipment with an acquisition cost exceeding $5,000, as well as mission-critical equipment, controlled inventory, serially-controlled equipment, and consumable equipment.

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Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.