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Advancements in Internet2 Middleware: Directories and PKI Development

This update provides insights into the advancements made in Internet2's middleware, focusing on directory services and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI). Based on discussions from the I2 Member meeting in October 2000, it highlights early adopters utilizing a testbed with 11 NSF-funded institutions. Key elements include the deployment of advanced directories, updates on the .eduPerson schema, and the introduction of Shibboleth for inter-institutional authorization. Collaborative efforts with Educause and the U.S. Federal Government are also documented, emphasizing the synergy in developing higher education infrastructure.

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Advancements in Internet2 Middleware: Directories and PKI Development

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  1. Internet2 Middleware update • Main source http://middleware.internet2.edu/ • Based on I2 Member meeting, Oct 2000(trip report at http://www.surfnetters.nl/tv/trips/I2-Fall-2000.html) • I2 Middleware = Directories & PKI • Personal impression: advanced directories deployment; PKI still in its infancy

  2. I2 Directories • Early Adopters: mw testbed with 11 NSF-funded institutes (http://www.internet2.edu/middleware/earlyadopters/) • Schema work: eduPerson • LDAP Recipe, e.g. naming scheme (http://www.georgetown.edu/giia/internet2/ldap-recipe/) • Shibboleth: inter-institutional authorisationapache module for LDAP support(http://middleware.internet2.edu/shibboleth/) • Directory of Directories for Higher Education(http://middleware.internet2.edu/dodhe/) • Started with meta-directories, e.g. ArchiTech

  3. I2 PKI • HEPKI, collaboration with Educause(http://www.educause.edu/hepki/) • policy group (CP/CPS) & tech group (naming, profile) • collaboration with US Federal Gov. • Bridge CA • Not aimed at QC’s!

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