What does AQL (Archetype Query Language) specifically facilitate?

AQL, or Archetype Query Language, is specifically designed to facilitate the retrieval of data from archetype-based repositories. These repositories utilize a structured format for storing clinical data and other domain-specific information, which is defined by archetypes.

AQL allows users to formulate queries that can effectively search and manipulate this data within the context of archetype models. By leveraging this language, users can request specific pieces of information in a way that is aligned with the underlying archetypes, ensuring that queries are both precise and contextually appropriate for the data structure being utilized.

Other options such as network security measures, system performance analysis, and web application development do not pertain to the specific function that AQL serves. Those areas involve different technologies and methodologies not related to the querying of archetype-based data repositories.