Summary
In Microsoft Exchange Server 2003, a new authentication mechanism was introduced for Microsoft Office Outlook Web Access for Exchange Server 2003. Forms-based authentication provides a central Web logon screen for users to authenticate through. When you use forms-based authentication, your logon credentials are stored in a temporary cookie. Storing these credentials in a cookie provides a more secure mechanism for ensuring session logout and automatic timeout.
This topic provides information intended to help Exchange Server administrators customize their logon page so that it fits their organization's needs. Read more… [0]