Mac OS X System Administration
By Guy Hart-Davis
- Release Date: 2010-05-06
- Genre: Network
Build and manage a powerful network on Mac OS X Server
Boost productivity and foster collaboration using the powerful networking tools available in Mac OS X Snow Leopard Server. With clear, detailed explanations and step-by-step instructions, Mac OS X System Administration shows you how to plan, construct, and manage a high-performance Mac-based network. You'll learn how to do everything from planning and installing the network from scratch to backing up both clients and servers to recovering from disaster.
Plan the wired, wireless, or combination network your organization needs
Build the network and install Mac OS X Server
Secure the network using firewalls, encryption, and SSL authentication
Harness the power of Open Directory to organize and manage the network
Create user accounts, set up groups, and control which applications and features users can access
Set up and manage file sharing, print, Web, and e-mail services
Install applications automatically both before and after deploying the Macs
Enable remote access to the network via VPN
Add iPhones and iPod touches to the network
Guy Hart-Davis is the bestselling author of more than 50 computer books, including AppleScript: A Beginner's Guide, Mac OS X Leopard QuickSteps, HTML, XHTML & CSS QuickSteps, and How to Do Everything: iPod, iPhone, & iTunes.
