From the command line to Apple's graphical tools, this book uses a thorough, fundamental approach that leads readers to mastery of every aspect of the server. Full of much-needed insight, clear explanations, troubleshooting tips, and security information in every chapter, the book shows system administrators how to utilize the software's capabilities and features for their individual needs. Some of the topics covered in detail include:

• Installation
• Deployment
• Server management
• Directory services
• Web application services
• System interaction
• Data gathering
• Stress planning

This comprehensive guide also takes the time to carefully highlight and analyze the differences between Mac OS X and the other server platforms.

Whether you're a seasoned Unix or Windows administrator or a long-time Mac professional, Essential Mac OS X Panther Server Administration provides you with the depth you're seeking to maximize the potential of your Mac OS X Panther Server.

• Server installation and management
  • Designing your server environment
  • Installing and configuring Mac OS X server
  • Server management tools
  • System administration
  • Troubleshooting
• Directory service
  • Open directory server
  • Identification and authorization in open directory server
  • Authentication in open directory server
  • Replication in open directory server
• IP services
  • Xinetd
  • DNS
  • DHCP
  • NAT
• File services
  • File services overview
  • Apple filing protocol
  • Windows file services
  • FTP
  • Network file system
  • Print services
• Security services
  • The Mac OS X server firewall
  • Virtual private networks
• Internet services
  • Mail services
  • Web services
  • Application servers
• Client management
  • Managing preferences for Mac OS X clients
  • Managing classic Mac OS workstations using Mac manager
  • Managing windows clients using Mac OS X server
  • Workstation deployment and maintenance
  • Apple remote desktop