Open Client/Open Server 12.5 adds a new network-library driver to enable secure sockets layer (SSL), session-based security. SSL is the standard for securing the transmission of sensitive information, such as credit card numbers, stock trades, and banking transactions, over the internet.
While a comprehensive discussion on public-key cryptography is beyond the scope of this document, the fundamentals are worth describing so that you have an understanding of how SSL secures Internet communication channels. This document should not be considered comprehensive or complete.
The implementation Open Client/Open Server SSL functionality assumes that there is a knowledgeable System Security Officer who is familiar with the security policies and needs of your site, and who has a general understanding of SSL and public-key cryptography.
