Server Policies - Security

In this tab you can assign a time limit to offline databases and enforce the use of a second password for authorized users.

NOTE: By clicking Restore default settings you can reset the default settings in the Security tab and thus discard changes.

Offline databases

The server can restrict access to offline databases for a specific number of hours or days. To prevent any manipulation through incorrect time settings on client devices, a time server can be specified. Access to offline databases or local copies of server databases is only possible after an online time check. The client then verifies the database expiration time and any expired permissions. When the time limit is reached, access to the database is no longer possible.

Options

  • Limit offline usage by time to: Use this option to set a time limit for offline database usage. You can specify the limit in days and hours.
  • Use system time to check expiration: Use this option to check the database expiration via your system time. 
  • Use time server to check expiration: Use this option to select a time server for checking database expiration. You can either choose an option from the drop-down menu or enter the IP address or domain of the desired server.

Second password

  • Authorized users have to set a second password: Use this option to enforce the use of a second password for authorized users.