Managing NFS and NIS

By Hal Stern
January 1900
Pages: 433
ISBN 10: 0-937175-75-7 | ISBN 13: 9780937175750
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Managing NFS and NIS is for system administrators who need to set up or manage a network filesystem installation. NFS (Network Filesystem) is probably running at any site that has two or more UNIX systems. NIS (Network Information System) is a distributed database used to manage a network of computers. The only practical book devoted entirely to these subjects, this guide is a "must-have" for anyone interested in UNIX networking.
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A modern computer system that is not part of a network is an anomaly. But managing a network and getting it to perform well can be a problem. This book describes two tools that are absolutely essential to distributed computing environments: the Network Filesystem (NFS) and the Network Information System (formerly called the "yellow pages" or YP). The Network Filesystem, developed by Sun Microsystems, is fundamental to most UNIX networks. It allows systems ranging from PCs running DOS to UNIX workstations to large mainframes to access each other's files transparently. It is the standard method for sharing files between different computer systems. As popular as NFS is, it is a "black box" for most users and administrators. This book provides a comprehensive discussion of how to plan, set up, and debug an NFS network. It is the only book we're aware of that discusses NFS and network performance tuning. This book also covers the NFS automounter, network security issues, diskless workstations, and PC/NFS. NFS isn't really complete without its companion, NIS. NIS provides a distributed database service for managing the most important administrative files, such as the passwd file and the hosts file. NIS centralizes administration of commonly replicated files, letting you make a single change to the database rather than making changes on every system on the network. This book tells you how to set up and use NIS to simplify network management. It also tells you how to use NIS to manage your own database applications, ranging from a simple telephone list to controlling access to network services. If you are managing a network of UNIX systems, or are thinking of setting up a UNIX network, you can't afford to overlook this book.

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Managing NFS and NIS Review,  November 15 2000
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Submitted by Kevin Hudson   [Respond | View]

A worth while, albeit dated reference. There is no coverage of NIS+. Also, little in the way of help resolving issues like the inabillity of a user to unlock their own screen in an XDM environment after converting to NIS.




Managing NFS and NIS Review,  June 08 1999
Submitted by Mark Simmons   [Respond | View]



An essential book for Unix admins of all stripes even if they only have a vague exposure ot NFS or NIS.

I too fervently wish for a second edition, delving into NIS+ and NFS2/3/4 (which is 'coming soon', even if Sn have decided to downplay it now that they are trying to make money out of local storage and SAN's...duh).



Managing NFS and NIS Review,  May 24 1999
Submitted by James T   [Respond | View]



Excellent for an introduction in NIS and NFS
I have learnt a great deal from this book.
The chapters on networking and security and
tuning are also interesting reading.
The only thing I need now is the equivalent book
for NIS+ !!!!

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Managing NFS and NIS Review,  December 17 1998
Submitted by sysadmin   [Respond | View]



required reading for nis admins etc...
when is nis + going to be addressed ?


Managing NFS and NIS Review,  November 16 1997
Submitted by Paul Berglund   [Respond | View]



Excellent book for beginners and advanced users of NFS and NIS on pre-Solaris and pre-HP-UX 11.00 environments. It give you a good understanding of what it going on with the new OSes, but the book would greatly benefit from updated information on NIS & NIS+ integration.


Media reviews "This is one of the few places I have seen all the spells and incantations necessary to manage NFS and NIS written down in one place, and in terms that the average administrator can understand.... I have probably used it more in the last six months than any other reference book I have." --Steve Hanson, UNIX User, March 1992

"At many installations, the Network Filesystem (NFS) is the "glue" that holds together large, diverse collections of computers. However, NFS is usually a 'black box' for most users and administrators. This book shows you what's in the box." --IEEE Network Magazine

"My personal favorite reference for NFS networking is Managing NFS and NIS.... This remarkable book is filled with practical information on every facet of networking with NFS." --Mike Tarrani, San Diego Computer Journal, April 1994

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