OpenID
"OpenID is an open, decentralized, free framework for user-centric digital identity."

OpenID seems to be gaining traction as an independant alternative to something like Microsoft's Passport. Is it something that we should be considering for Appointments Online as a way of authenticating patients?

Here are some links on OpenID:


OpenID
Public OpenID Providers
AOL & OpenID
The value of connected identity

Let us know what you think.