Here's the Samba-3 cookbook you've been searching for! This book's complete figuration files, step-by-step implementation instructions, network diagrams, and automated scripts make Samba-3 deployment a breeze. From small office networks to enterprise environments, here are proven configurations and expert guidance you won't find anywhere else. Long-term Samba Team member John H. Terpstra covers all these scenarios, and more: ยง "No frills" Samba servers: replacing Windows 9x peer-to-peer networks and supporting Windows 2000 and XP clients ยง Small-to-mid-sized networks requiring basic security, user groups, and remote access ยง Secure, scalable networks with domain logons and roaming profiles ยง Deploying Samba in environments that utilize routers and firewalls ยง Improving network user experience through desktop profile controls, policy controls, and folder redirection ยง Full-fledged enterprise network environments-with hot tips to enhance availability and performance ยง Migrating seamlessly from Windows NT 4 to Samba-3 ยง Adding UNIX/Linux clients and servers to your existing Windows networks ยง Guidance for integration of Samba-3 into your Microsoft Active Directory Domain ยง Configuration guides for DHCP, DNS, and OpenLDAP servers to get the most out of your Samba network ยง Includes guidelines for estimating server hardware needs"