user authentication

[L_K]

I have an internet controlled robot system created by using LabVIEW and VI Server, which allows the user (client) to control the robot remotely (both the client and server need to have LabVIEW software). Now I want to add user authentication to the system(let the user enter user name and password. If the user name and password are correct, the user is allowed to control the robot through internet). I don't have database knowledge. I don't even know where to start. Please suggest me about what I should study (it will be great if u'd suggest me in steps) and what software should I have (I'm having LabVIEW 6.1) or some example programs.

[Labviewguru]

I would suggest that you look into server authentication. This is webserver based software that allows only authenticated users to access a page or IP address. This may be a way to go. Otherwise, you can just add on a password screen to your program for access.

Good luck.

[JRA]

You might want to consider getting the Internet Developers Toolkit for LabVIEW. It provides password authentication and takes care of the databse part for you. This link [broken link removed; product no longer available] will give you some information about the kit and how it works. The first feature it talks about is actually access control/security in your VIs.

[Enrique]

Hi Irene;

You may also want to explore alternatives for user authentication other than passwords:

http://www.biometricsview.com

Regards;
Enrique