[opensource-dev] Client-side scripting in Snowglobe

[Argent Stonecutter]

On 2010-02-19, at 01:16, Ricky wrote:

> I suspect that there are two things being discussed here without  
> distinction: Client scripting, and client extensions.  Confusing the  
> two is easy.
>
> Client-side scripting SHOULD be sandboxed, and in a controlled set  
> of languages.  For a close example think of javascript in web  
> browsers.
>
> Client extensions, or alternatively named as "plugins", would be  
> modules that can be plugged in and out of the client and run /as if/  
> they were a part of the client.  Think of browser add-ons/plugins/ 
> extensions.
>
> Client side scripts could (read might be, could possibly, needs  
> further thought, etc.) be given permission to be loaded in by worn  
> items automatically.  Other objects would likely need to request  
> permission via a security warning.
>
> Client extensions would have to be downloaded and installed  
> externally; not delivered in-world.  These would truly be programs  
> on your computer, and should be treated as such.
>
> Just my thoughts hoping for a clearer discussion.

A very good summary. Thank you.