htpasswd
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A file used to store username and passwords for basic authentication of HTTP users. Used on a Unix server and in conjunction with the .htaccess file, the .htpasswd file works to "password protect" Web directories by only providing access to the users it lists.
See also : small indulgence syndrome
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