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: § "No frills" Samba servers: replacing Windows 9x peer-to-peer networks and supporting Windows 2000 and XP clients § Small-to-mid-sized networks requiring basic security, user groups, and remote access § Secure, scalable networks with domain logons and roaming profiles § Deploying Samba in environments that utilize routers and firewalls § Improving network user experience through desktop profile controls, policy controls, and folder redirection § Full-fledged enterprise network environments-with hot tips to enhance availability and performance § Migrating seamlessly from Windows NT 4 to Samba-3 § Adding UNIX/Linux clients and servers to your existing Windows networks § Guidance for integration of Samba-3 into your Microsoft Active Directory Domain § Configuration guides for DHCP, DNS, and OpenLDAP servers to get the most out of your Samba network § Includes guidelines for estimating server hardware needs