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Post by Streamstrider on Oct 16, 2011 20:10:21 GMT -8
Is it possible to create a code that will prevent users from viewing the source of the forum? Maybe create a popup in which they have to insert a password or something to see the source?
(I know, I'm giving you busy work. XD) |
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Post by Wormopolis on Oct 16, 2011 21:18:25 GMT -8
not really... view source is a browser level event. there are some complicated things that can be done using PHP and javascript, but they are easily bypassed.
the #1 rule of the internet: if you dont want something seen on the internet, dont put it on the internet.
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Post by Streamstrider on Oct 17, 2011 4:35:12 GMT -8
True, concerning the "putting things on the internet". This is really something that's just supposed to keeps lurkers off. XD But I'm not going to press it if it's complicated. 
EDIT: Do you coders know the workaround? I mean, I could see it being a problem if y'all didn't and were trying to help someone out. |
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Post by Wormopolis on Oct 17, 2011 19:18:55 GMT -8
some people try to save all the source to a file so it cant be read, but it can be downloaded and parsed. some try to encode it but it can be decoded.
if you google search, you will find its a LONG discussed topic.. but the consensus is the same: most methods are bypassable and the rest are rather complicated and require your own server to protect data.
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Post by Streamstrider on Oct 17, 2011 20:37:16 GMT -8
It sounds complicated enough. My brain isn't adept enough in coding to understand most of it, so I usually try to avoid those discussions. Makes me feel like I can't contribute, so. . . . XD |
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