at and encapsulated so that it is self-describing and readable by
newer platforms. [Computer and Information Sciences] 
n., See
: non-volatile storage [Computer and Information Sciences] 
pkc 
n., An individual or legally defined entity who is the subject of rights and duties, and who is recognized by the juridical system as capable of or having the potential for acting legally. [General Dictionaries] 
pertinent 
a., [diplomatics] The quality of a record whose content is relevant to the purpose for which it