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     :target: https://seb-server.readthedocs.io/en/latest/?badge=latest
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+About
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+The Safe Exam Browser Server web application simplifies and centralizes the configuration of SEB clients for exams. It interacts with a learning management or exam system for setting up and conducting e-assessments with Safe Exam Browser. It also improves security by allowing to monitor connected SEB clients in real time during e-assessments. 
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 What is Safe Exam Browser (SEB)?
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