Rest API - Authentication and AuthorizationWhat is the primary function of Basic Authentication in REST API requests?ATo provide token-based access controlBTo encrypt the data sent between client and serverCTo manage user sessions after loginDTo verify the identity of the client using username and passwordCheck Answer
Step-by-Step SolutionSolution:Step 1: Understand Basic AuthenticationBasic Authentication uses a username and password to authenticate the client.Step 2: Identify its purposeIts main role is to verify the client's identity before granting access.Final Answer:To verify the identity of the client using username and password -> Option DQuick Check:Basic Authentication is about identity verification [OK]Quick Trick: Basic Auth verifies user identity with credentials [OK]Common Mistakes:MISTAKESConfusing authentication with encryptionAssuming Basic Auth manages sessionsThinking Basic Auth uses tokens
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