Configuring Default Authentication

How to enable or disable the DNN default authentication system (also called Default AuthenticationThe process of logging into a portal to become an authenticated user.) and set the associated authentication settings including enabling the CAPTCHACAPTCHA security system requires users to enter the displayed security code when logging into a site. security code. Note: Unlike the other authentication providers included with DNN, the Default authentication provider displays the User Log In control as a pop-up window, rather than within the page.

Important. Do not disable DNN authentication until one or more alternative authentications systems have been enabled.

1. Navigate to AdminRegistered users who are members of the Administrators role. These users have full access to manage the site including adding, deleting and editing all pages and modules. Administrators also have access to the Admin pages located on the main menu. > Advanced Settings > Extensions - OR - Go to an Extensions module.
2. Expand the AuthenticationThe process of logging into a portal to become an authenticated user. Systems section.
3. Click the Edit button beside Default AuthenticationThe process of logging into a portal to become an authenticated user..
4. Expand the AuthenticationThe process of logging into a portal to become an authenticated user. Settings section.
5. At Enabled?, select from these options:
   • Mark  the check box to enable DNN authentication.
     1. Optional. At Use Captcha?, mark  the check box to required users to enter a security code when they login - OR - unmark  the check box to remove Captcha.
   • Unmark  the check box to disable.

7. Click the Update AuthenticationThe process of logging into a portal to become an authenticated user. Settings button to save these changes and return to the Extensions page.

DNN authentication with CAPTCHACAPTCHA security system requires users to enter the displayed security code when logging into a site. enabled

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