Conclusion

Identity and access is key to how businesses communicate in today’s connected world. Active Directory in Windows Server 2008 is a significant advance in the evolution of a single, unified, and integrated IDA solution for businesses running Windows-based networks that need to connect to other businesses that are running either Windows or non-Windows networks. Keeping the big picture for IDA in mind helps us to see how all these various improvements to Active Directory work together to provide a powerful platform that can unleash the power of identity for your enterprise.

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