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How do i create such a thing like a txt file where i can save usernames and passwords? but is protected that only certain users can access and edit the usernames and passwords?

Please help

I tried using a txtfile but i realized anyone can access it...is there anyway of storing protected information for my program? and how do i create a dialog to edit the information also.

So basically:
How do i store a password in a txtfile but where to user can't guess it?
How do i read the password i stored to check if user inputted correct information?

Your help is truly welcomed

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Look at encrypting and decrypting the password.
Look at using the javax.crypto package.

No idea how to use it. Best google for some samples

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Not sure about using text file to store username + password if it is under Windows. Even Linux would not really support the way you are asking for. Encrypting is one, but it is not that safe if you have a physical file which can be accessed on the storage via other ways besides the application... Do you have any other option, such as using a database management (i.e. mysql, sqlite3, hypersonic, etc)? It would be much easier to deal with that way.

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Yes I can use anyway but i am not sure how to use those databases could you lend a hand?

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How secure do you want the password?
Protected From Casual looker or skilled programmer?

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