Apple Pro Training Series: OS X Lion Server Essentials

Managing Access to Services

When configuring any server for access by users, you’ll need to determine what services the server will provide and what levels of user access to assign. For many of the services this book will cover, such as file sharing, you’ll need to create specific user accounts on your server.

When considering the creation of user accounts, you’ll want to determine how to best set up your users, how to organize them into groups that match the needs of your organization, and how to best maintain this information over time. As with any service or information technology task, the best approach is to thoroughly plan your requirements and approach before starting to implement a solution.

Using Authentication and Authorization

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