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handler

A handler is a Java object that processes logical attribute data or that performs custom business logic. You can write custom logical attribute handlers and business logic task handlers.

hierarchical directory

A hierarchical directory is an LDAP directory that contains a parent organization (root) and suborganizations. The suborganizations may also have suborganizations, which creates a multi-level structure. Users and groups can exist at any level within the directory.