Chapter 13. Java and Security
Safety in Java
The Java Security Model
Java Class Security
Encryption
Authentication
Secure Sockets Layer
The Government and Security
We have all heard that Java is a "secure" programming language. What exactly does that mean? In this chapter, we discuss the unique features of Java that make it the ideal choice for distributed network programming. Furthermore, we will discuss the nuances of the applet host security model, as well as how security is handled from within your Java applications.
We will also touch very briefly on Internet security and some of the alternatives you may want to explore in your own networked applications to make them safe for cross-network transmission. We begin our examination with the topic of ...
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