| Java Articles » J2EE » Security |
| 1. J2EE security: Container versus custom | |
| Author: | Brian Pontarelli |
| URL: | http://www.javaworld.com/javaworld/jw-07-2004/jw-0726-security.html |
| Summary: | This article covers the factors to consider when choosing between custom security and J2EE standard security, also known as container security. It briefly covers how each type of security works and then illustrates their differences, strengths, and weaknesses. Although J2EE security itself applies to all components of an enterprise application, this discussion's main focus is Web application security or, more specifically, authentication. (6,000 words; July 26, 2004) |