Enabling Forms Authentication on Web Applications

InstallShield 2024 Express Edition

Project:This information applies to the following project types:

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Basic MSI

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InstallScript MSI

You can use the Forms Authentication setting, displayed under the Authenticated Access section of the Internet Information Services view for a Web site, to set forms authentication on web applications.

ASP.NET forms-based authentication works well for sites or applications on public Web servers that receive many requests. This authentication mode lets you manage client registration and authentication at the application level, instead of relying on the authentication mechanisms provided by the operating system.

Important:Forms authentication sends the user name and password to the Web server as plain text. You should use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption for the Log On page and for all other pages in your application except the Home page.

To enable forms authentication on a Web site:

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In the View List under Configure the Target System, click Internet Information Services.

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In the Web Sites explorer, select a Web site.

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Under Security > Authenticated Access, set the Forms Authentication setting to Yes.