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Clarify what an ID server actually is. Everyone thinks it's where your credentials live. (SPEC-232)

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A-Client-Server clarification p2
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Description

Submitted by @​matthew:matrix.org
FAQ needs updating too.

(Imported from https://matrix.org/jira/browse/SPEC-232)

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Research direction

Start by locating the ID server explanation and the FAQ in the Matrix specification. Clarify what an ID server is, address the credential-storage misunderstanding, and update the FAQ consistently; done means both sections explain the concept clearly.

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Assessment

Domain
documentation
Issue type
Documentation
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
42/100

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