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Kasai
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Server Project Help

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Hey guys,

I'm new to php scripting but not to programming in general. My friends and I are embarking on a server project. Basically, we want to have a storage server with user accounts and private storage folders. We want a web-based interface that links back to a server.

My question is, is php the way to go with this project or are there better easier alternatives?
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Which parts of our project are possible in php? Can we have php manage folders?

We also are thinking of using Active Directory however we dont know if there is a web interface or if php can interact with AD.

If you guys could share your knowledge, it woudl be great.

thanks
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Post by s.dot »

PHP can definately handle it -- it's a very powerful language.

Without knowing any details, I'd say the best way is to store the files in folders above the document root and have a PHP script read the files to users that are authorized.
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Post by Kasai »

alright. thanks man.

here is our progress.

we have a register to a database. we have a login that checks with the database. we also have an upload script. and we have php create a directory for the user upon registration.

Now our concern is with sessions/cookies to allow users access to only their directory. Does anyone know of any good resources or a good way to authenticate the login process and restrict access to all but their directory?
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