58 Pa. Code § 1407a.2
The following words and terms, when used in this chapter, have the following meanings, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise:
Authentication process-A method used by a system to verify the validity of software. The method requires calculation of an output digest, which is compared to a secure embedded value. The minimum output digest shall be of 128-bit complexity. Software shall be deemed to have been authenticated if the calculated digest equals the secure embedded value.
Communication technology-The methods used and the components employed to facilitate the transmission of information including transmission and reception systems based on wire, cable, radio, microwave, light, optics or computer data networks.
Point of sale system-All the hardware, software and communications that comprises a stand-alone or integrated system capable of accepting sports wagers by means of terminals attended to by a cashier and is located at a sports wagering certificate holder's approved locations.
Self-service kiosks-Unattended self-service booths or self-standing structure with computers, including touch-screen computers, at which a patron can place sports wagers and that dispenses sports wagering tickets/vouchers.
Sports wagering account-Electronic account that may be established by a patron for the purpose of sports wagering by means of a sports wagering certificate holder's or sports wagering operator's interactive sports wagering web site or interactive sports wagering mobile application under these regulations.
Sports wagering communication-The transmission of a wager between a point of origin and a point of reception by aid of a communications technology.
Sports wagering device and associated equipment-A self-service kiosk, point of sale system or other device, including associated equipment, used to accept sports wagering as permitted for use in this Commonwealth by the Board.
Sports wagering interactive system-All hardware, software and communications that comprise a type of server-based sports wagering system for the purpose of offering authorized interactive or mobile sports wagering in this Commonwealth when authorized by the Board.
Sports wagering system-All sports wagering devices, equipment, communication technology, software and hardware approved by the Board to conduct sports wagering in this Commonwealth.
Ticket/voucher redemption device-Unattended self-service booths or self-standing structures with computers, including touch-screen computers, at which a patron can redeem sports wagering tickets/vouchers and that dispense winnings in the form of cash or cash equivalent.
58 Pa. Code § 1407a.2