Product Description

This reference provides in-depth technical information on Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server's directory services architecture. System administrators and IT professionals will learn the details of how to deploy Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server within a multiplatform, heterogeneous environment, with an emphasis on integrating user accounts and authentication processes. This book is a perfect study aid for the Directory Services exam, and also serves as an in-depth technical reference for experienced system administrators and engineers. This reference follows the learning objectives of the Directory Services exam, which is one requirement toward the Apple Certified System Administrator (ACSA) certification, Apple's highest level of IT certification. Chapter tests reinforce the knowledge gained along the way.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #445295 in Books
• Published on: 2008-08-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 432 pages

Customer Reviews

An Excellent Resource
If you want to integrate your Macs into Directory Services, this book is excellent! It is clearly written, provides technical information in a very approachable way, and is the "go to" book for all things Directory Service related on the Mac. Clear a space on the bookshelf for this one, as you will wear down the pages as you turn to it while you deploy DS on the mac.

DO NOT BUY! Printing Defects. Should be Recalled!
I ordered this book in October 2008 and received a copy with multiple printing defects (smeared images, illegible illustrations, etc). I requested a replacement but it contained the same defects. Amazon customer service agreed to refund the price and return shipping, and removed the item from their site. Amazon told me they would investigate the defects and I would know the problem was resolved when the item again became available to order. When I saw the item was again available in late November, I ordered another one. Unfortunately, when the book arrived it had exactly the same printing defects. Amazon and Peachpit Press should be ashamed for allowing these to stay in inventory this long. These books should all be recalled!