Chapter 12
Administration in Tableau Cloud
IN THIS CHAPTER
Comparing Tableau Server key features with Tableau Cloud
Exploring key administrative features
Configuring user and group authentication for Tableau Cloud
Using Tableau Cloud on a mobile device
Depending on the number of users leveraging your Tableau Cloud instance, you may be given the incredible power of filling the system administrator role. As a single user, you automatically inherit the capability to control all features in Tableau Cloud. If, for example, you have control over several Creators, Explorers, and Viewers, you likely have system administration access. The adage “With great power comes great responsibility” applies to Tableau because an administrator controls everything from user authentication to granular access to third-party extensions and integrations. In this chapter, you find out how to configure and administer standard functionality within Tableau Cloud.
Noting How Tableau Server and Tableau Cloud Differ
Tableau Server is a web-based platform that allows users to share, organize, and automate their ...
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