.NET Core Microservices - OAuth2 and OpenID Connect

The video provides an overview of Oauth 2 and OpenID Connect, explaining their roles in authorization and authentication. Oauth 2 is a protocol for secure authorization using access tokens, while OpenID Connect extends Oauth 2 by adding an identity layer, allowing for both authentication and authorization. The video details how OpenID Connect works, involving a client application, an identity provider, and the use of identity tokens for user verification. It concludes with a discussion on customization options for different applications.

What is the primary purpose of Oauth 2?

Explain the difference between authentication and authorization in the context of Oauth 2.

How does OpenID Connect enhance Oauth 2?

What is an identity token and how is it used in OpenID Connect?

What role does the identity provider play in the Oauth 2 and OpenID Connect process?