Do you need Django REST Framework?

Django REST Framework is only necessary if you’re building a RESTful API ; An HTTP service that reads and writes data, usually as JSON payloads. Services are typically created to allow external clients such as mobile apps, single page applications (React, Angular, etc.) or 3rd parties to gain access to your data.

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What is REST Knox?

Knox provides easy to use authentication for Django REST Framework The aim is to allow for common patterns in applications that are REST based, with little extra effort; and to ensure that connections remain secure. Knox authentication is token based, similar to the TokenAuthentication built in to DRF.

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