Not when the machine in question is a an mp3 jukebox. Wouldn't it be easier for someone to walk over to it and do their worst rather than hack it with a javascript exploit through Winamp?
Not sure what your point is here. Javascript shouldn't be used because it has security vulnerabilities? So do most servers, operating systems, and desktop apps. In this particular instance, the plugin is most useful on a home network or office LAN, so potential javascript exploits are not likely to be a concern.
Here's an interesting example of using AJAX to control a desktop app. Works great and seems to be the most portable, user-friendly technology available to get the job done. The fact the the client can use a browser without installing any sort of extraneous client software is worth something in usability.
http://classic.winamp.com/plugins/details.php?id=1 46128
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Not when the machine in question is a an mp3 jukebox. Wouldn't it be easier for someone to walk over to it and do their worst rather than hack it with a javascript exploit through Winamp?
Not sure what your point is here. Javascript shouldn't be used because it has security vulnerabilities? So do most servers, operating systems, and desktop apps. In this particular instance, the plugin is most useful on a home network or office LAN, so potential javascript exploits are not likely to be a concern.
Here's an interesting example of using AJAX to control a desktop app. Works great and seems to be the most portable, user-friendly technology available to get the job done. The fact the the client can use a browser without installing any sort of extraneous client software is worth something in usability. http://classic.winamp.com/plugins/details.php?id=1 46128