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 ## jvindicator
 
-Trivial parameter validation functions intended for use in HTTP server
+Trivial parameter validation functions intended for use in HTTP servlet
 applications.
 
 ### Features
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 ## jvindicator
 
-Trivial parameter validation functions intended for use in HTTP server
+Trivial parameter validation functions intended for use in HTTP servlet
 applications.
 
 ### Features