Is it possible to read/write a file from an applet

Question

I've trying to read and write a file from an applet so if I run the applet from my appletviewer it is possible for me to read/write a file but when I try to do it from my browser I get a security exception. Any idea how to do this?

Answer 1

Is it possible to read/write a file from an applet

Yes, but you need to sign the applet and get approval from the user.

Some useful links:

• How can an Applet read files on the local file system (from coderanch.com)
• Essentials, Part 1, Lesson 6: File Access and Permissions (from oracle)
• Chapter 10: Signed Applets (from oracle)