Introduction
The MIT-developed application is a complex system comprising various internal services and mechanisms that enable efficient data processing, storage, and retrieval. Understanding these components is crucial for building secure and reliable applications.
Authentication/Authorization Mechanisms
Authenticating users involves verifying their identity through various means, such as username/password combinations or social media login. Authorization refers to the control over what actions a user can perform within an application.
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Assigns privileges based on user roles
- Cookie-Based Authentication: Stores user credentials in cookies for session management
- Token-Based Authentication: Uses JSON Web Tokens (JWT) or OAuth tokens for secure authentication
Internal Services and Their Functions
The internal services in an MIT-developed application include data storage, caching, and indexing. These services are crucial for efficient data retrieval and management.
- Data Storage: Stores raw data in databases or file systems
- Caching: Stores frequently accessed data for faster retrieval
- Indexing: Enables fast lookup of specific data within a database