Namespace System.Security.Authentication

Provides classes for performing authentication.

Summary

The System.Security.Authentication namespace contains classes and interfaces that are used to implement various authentication schemes and protocols. These classes enable applications to verify the identity of users or services, ensuring secure communication and access control.

Classes

Name Description
AuthenticationException Represents errors that occur during authentication.
Authentication.ExtendedProtection Provides classes for extended protection for authentication.

Interfaces

Name Description
IClientCredentials Defines members that clients must implement to provide credentials for authentication.
IServerCredentials Defines members that servers must implement to provide credentials for authentication.

See Also

Note: This namespace is fundamental for implementing secure network applications and services, especially those that require identity verification before granting access or establishing a trusted communication channel.