Join Martin Guidry for an in-depth discussion in this video Using directory services, part of Setting Up a Small-Office Network.
- [Voiceover] In this section I'd like to talk about…using Directory Services in your network.…Directory Services help us organize…and manage data about the network.…They typically include a list of users,…a list of computers,…information about printers and other…devices connected to the network,…along with allowing us to change settings…on files and folders.…The Directory Services most commonly in use today…include Microsoft Windows Active Directory,…Apple Open Directory for Macintosh computers,…and Linux OpenLDAP.…
All of these products allow us to create users…and give those users a password…so when they log into our network,…they'll need a username and password.…They'll be able to use that username and password…on any machine in the network.…They won't be limited to just one machine.…Any computer that's connected to the…Directory Services would allow them to…log in with their username and password.…Directory Services could allow us to create…more robust permissions on files and folders,…allowing us to get very detailed about who can…
Author
Martin Guidry
Released
9/14/2014- Understanding IPv4
- Using hubs, switches, routers, and modems
- Dividing your network
- Building a hybrid network with wired and wireless clients
- Working with servers
- Connecting Windows and Mac computers to Active Directory
- Choosing between DSL and cable Internet connections
- Backing up to local and cloud-based storage
- Using encryption and authentication
- Monitoring your network
Skill Level Beginner
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome53s
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1. Basic Networking
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Using Ethernet4m 19s
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Understanding IPv43m 52s
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2. Wireless vs. Wired
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Working with wired networks3m 36s
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3. Purposes of Different Servers
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Using directory services1m 22s
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Serving email3m 15s
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Serving a website2m 33s
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4. Platform-Specific Tips and Tricks
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Exploring some tips for Windows10m 32s
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5. Working in a Multiplatform Environment
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Creating a Mac file share1m 39s
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6. Connecting to the Internet
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7. Storage and Backups
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8. Security
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Using encryption4m 9s
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Using authentication1m 52s
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9. Maintenance
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Conclusion
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Wrapping up52s
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