Linux Samba Server Administration (Craig Hunt Linux Library) (Paperback)

~ (Author) "Samba was developed as a means of letting Unix computers offer the types of networking services used on IBM and Microsoft networks..." (more)
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Product Description

By running Samba on a Linux server, the Linux administrator can provide seamless file and print services to Windows clients without paying Microsoft for the privilege. In this packed book, Linux master Rod Smith delivers the most comprehensive treatment available of Samba server, from expert coverage of installation and configuration to managing clients and servers to advanced troubleshooting techniques and optimization tips.

From the Back Cover

Authoritative Answers to All Your Samba Questions

Linux Samba Server Administration is the most complete, most advanced guide to Samba you’ll find anywhere. Written by a leading Linux expert, this book teaches you, step-by-step, all the standard and advanced Samba techniques you'll need to make Linux and UNIX machines operate seamlessly as part of your Windows network. Throughout, scores of clear, consistent examples illustrate these techniques in detail—so you stay on track and accomplish all your goals. Coverage includes:

• Installing Samba
• Setting up file sharing
• Setting up printer sharing
• Using Samba as a client
• Setting up a working user authentication system
• Using automation to expand Samba's capabilities
• Setting up Samba as a domain controller
• Configuring NetBIOS name server functions
• Configuring Samba for optimal interoperation with other servers
• Managing user accounts
• Optimizing Samba for maximum speed
• Securing Samba against intrusion
• Using Samba as a backup server
• Troubleshooting Samba
• Configuring Samba to work with a variety of client OSs

About the Library
The Craig Hunt Linux Library is an eight-book set that provides in-depth, advanced coverage of the key topics for Linux administrators. Topics include Samba, System Administration, Sendmail, Apache, NFS and Automounter, and Linux Security. Each book in the library is either written by or meticulously reviewed by Craig Hunt to ensure the highest quality and most complete coverage of networking professionals working specifically in Linux environments.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 628 pages
• Publisher: Sybex; 1st edition (November 13, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0782127401
• ISBN-13: 978-0782127409
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 7.6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #860,181 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars If you must run SMB ... buy this book!, October 7, 2002

By	John P. Hoke "Drinking at the Foo B@r" (Floral Park, NY United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Ok, firstly, I am *not* a fan of Microsoft File Sharing (SMB/Samba) as it is usually set up poorly, and quite insecurely. That said...

There are times where one has no choice but to use Windows Networking, and truth-be-told, the Samba implementation of the SMB protocol (Windows Networking) is (in my opinion) faster, less buggy, and more secure than the native Windows version.

Now, as with any network file sharing scheme, the System Admin *must* know how to properly configure & secure the system. That is where this wonderful book comes in.

Within these 600+ pages, Mr. Smith shows he understands his topic like the back of his hand, deftly helping newbie and experienced SA alike with both the basic configurations of file & print sharing, as well as esoterica of the SMB protocol suite.

Another feature about this book that I find exemplary is that the author speaks to *Nix admins about Windows file sharing like *Nix admins, not Windows admins trying to figure out how to share a file with a Unix user. This is very important to keep the number of pages about how to use "cat" "less" "vi" or other common tools to a minimum...

Overall, this is one of the best Samba books I have found, and highly recommend it to anyone deploying Windows file sharing in a mixed environment.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, January 18, 2002

By	Marpo Ri "marpo ri" - See all my reviews

This is by far the best book I have read covering Samba. The beauty of this book is that it covers the topic from a Linux Admin's point of view, but explains the Windows networking and client setup -- including how to do logon scripts, etc. It also explains how to set up a Domain Server using Samba. I was dissapointed though is that it hasn't yet been updated to the current version of Samba 2.2. I was really hoping for up-to-date information on Domain Configurations -- however, the information was complete and I have found the book to be very helpful.

There was only one question in the advanced setup that I could think of that this book didn't answer. That was how to deal with a multi-domain set-up and the impact that has on browsing.

I was very pleased that this book even had a section on the protocols and how to integrate or block these messages for use over a VPN or how to keep the bad-guys out with firewaling.

Basically, very complete and explains every thing clearly. I would just appreciate a second edition (even a subscription to this book's editions).

10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Decent book for Samba, January 29, 2001

By A Customer

I ordered this book and found it quite helpful in setting up Samba on my TurboLinux server. This is my first attempt at what may be replacing Novell and NT file and print servers. The book offered plenty of helpful information on the SWAT and manual editing of smb.conf file. I now have 2 servers up and running in test mode and introducing them slowly into production as I learn more by reading this helpful book.