I got the file (never filled out a form as John Doe before (grin)). It turned out to be a bunch of marketing hype. It basically described what ssl is and how it works, and why you need to buy certificates. Do you know of any other resources? Thanks for your help. Greg On Mon, Aug 05, 2002 at 11:47:43AM +1000, Aaron Howell wrote: > No, but it might have replaced the guide i was talking about. > When I was there, about 2 years ago, there was a guide which told you exactly how to create apache compatible keys with openssl, > and also how to go about getting them signed by thawte if you needed that. > I generally just fill in bogus details when I want to download something protected by a form if I dont feel like being bugged > (and i have great pitty for whoever owns harry_potter at hotmail.com). > There's nothing that requires you to be honest about where you live/what you are doing unless you are trying to purchase something with a credit card in which case giving false details is an offence. > Regards > Aaron
