Develop Sites on Secure Test Servers

Classification:

[x] Standard 

Categories:

[x] Management 

Standard:

All HHS content development must be hosted on a test server or on a password-protected part of an external server.

Rationale:

Providing password-protected areas for content and site development prevents public viewing and allows for thorough review prior to going live.  Reasons for securing test servers may include: data verification, usability testing, link checking, and management review.

Sources:

N/A

Exemptions:

N/A 

Requirements (content & style):

HHS should ensure that these servers remain inaccessible to the general public, whether hosted internally or externally.

Related Standards:

Avoid Empty Pages (“Under Construction”)

Related Guidelines:

N/A 

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