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The '''Technical Evaluation Panel''' evaluates the technical components of every new gTLD application based on the criteria set in the [[Applicant Guidebook]]. The panel also examines the proposed registry operations of the applicant to determine if it is technically capable to operate a new gTLD registry and to ensure the stability, security and interoperability of the Domain Name System ([[DNS]]). The review is done during the technical and operational reviews initial evaluation. An extended evaluation will also be performed if necessary and if chosen by an applicant.<ref>[http://www.new-gtld.ch/faq.php What are the evaluation panels?}</ref>

In November 2011, ICANN chose [[Ernst & Young]], [[JAS Global Advisors]] and [[KPMG]] to perform the tasked of the Technical Evaluation Panel.<ref>[http://newgtlds.icann.org/en/blog/preparing-evaluators-22nov11-en Preparing Evaluators for the New gTLD Application Process]</ref>

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