A P P E N D I X B

SSL Configuration Directives for

Apache Web Servers

This appendix lists directives for using Sun Crypto Accelerator 4000 software to configure SSL support for Apache Web Servers. Configure directives in your http.conf file. Refer to the Apache Web Server documentation for more information.

1.SSLPassPhraseDialog exec:program

Context: Global

This directive informs the Apache Web Server that the specified program should be executed to collect the password for key file. program should print the collected password to standard output.

If multiple key files are present, and have common passwords, then program will only be executed once (each collected password is tried before running program again.)

program is executed with two arguments, the first is the name of the server, in the form servername:port, for example, www.fictional-company.com:443. (Port 443 is the typical port for SSL based web servers.) The second argument is the type of key in the key file (keytype). keytype can be either RSA or DSA.

Note –Because this program can be executed during system startup, be sure to design it to cope with the situation where the console is not a tty device (that is, a tty(3c) returns false).

The supplied program /opt/SUNWconn/cryptov2/bin/apgetpass can be used for the program executable. This program automatically prompts for the password, suppressing the display of the password as it is entered.

The supplied sslpassword program also automatically searches for passwords in files, which can be used to avoid user interaction when the web server starts up. Passwords for key files are searched for in files named

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4000 specifications

Sun Microsystems, a pivotal player in the computing industry during the late 20th and early 21st centuries, was renowned for its innovative hardware and software solutions. Among its notable offerings were the Sun-6000, Sun-5000, and Sun-4000 series, powerful workstations and servers designed for a range of enterprise-level applications.

The Sun-6000 series, introduced in the early 1990s, marked a significant advancement in computing performance. These systems were built on the SPARC architecture, which facilitated high levels of processing power and multitasking capabilities. One of the main features of the 6000 series was its scalability, allowing organizations to increase their processing power by adding more modules. It also offered robust graphics performance, making it ideal for scientific visualization and complex data analysis.

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Finally, the Sun-4000 series targeted businesses seeking affordable yet potent computing solutions. These servers boasted a modular design, allowing for easy upgrades and maintenance. The 4000 series was particularly notable for its support for various operating systems, including SunOS and Solaris. These systems were engineered to handle a range of workloads, from enterprise resource planning to web hosting, while still fitting into a value-driven budget.

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In summary, the Sun-6000, 5000, and 4000 series exemplified Sun Microsystems' ethos of innovation and reliability. These powerful systems catered to diverse business needs, setting benchmarks in performance and functionality that continue to influence modern computing.
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