Secure auth methods pam_radius

[Alan DeKok]

Bob Probert wrote:
> I compiled and configured the PAM module, things appear to be working,
> however I would like to use a more secure authentication method than PAP.

  What do you mean "more secure" ?  The system running PAM has the
clear-text password for the user.  The RADIUS server has the clear-text
password for the user.  The RADIUS protocol secures the password when
it's sent in the network.

  What, exactly do you mean?

  Alan DeKok.