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NEPS is covered by Thomson Reuters Data Citation Index. NEPS is a member of the RatSWD research data infrastructure; Remote Access Technology: RemoteNEPS
The NEPS will also offer data via remote access technology. The development of the data enclave RemoteNEPS represents pioneering work as the NEPS will be the first large-scale provider of a remote access solution in Germany. RemoteNEPS will offer a “virtual desktop” in a controlled environment that allows accessing more sensitive microdata remotely. The online resources of the enclave are easily accessible. No software has to be installed and users can work on any operating system. The only requirement is access to the Internet: An encrypted connection with RemoteNEPS provides the gateway to the data. After registration, authorized researchers access the enclave using an innovative and highly secure biometric authentication system (keystroke biometrics, certified by TÜV). Data are only available for online analysis and will not be transmitted to the user’s system. After data analysis is complete, researchers can request the delivery of output. The NEPS staff reviews all output requests for confidentiality and uses strict controls to ensure the integrity of the output as well as its correct and timely delivery to the researcher.