Book description
The only Apple-certified book on OS X Server on Mountain Lion,
this comprehensive reference takes support technicians and ardent
Mac users deep inside the server for the latest operating system,
covering everything from networking technologies to service
administration, customizing users and groups, and more. Aligned to
the learning objectives of the Apple Certified Technical
Coordinator certification exam, the lessons in this self-paced
volume serves as a perfect supplement to Apple’s own training
class and a first-rate primer for computer support personnel who
need to support and maintain OS X Server on Mountain Lion as part
of their jobs. Step-by-step exercises reinforce the concepts taught
through practical application. Quizzes summarize and reinforce
acquired knowledge. The Newest version of OS X is more
business-friendly than ever, making it simple to get a network up
and running quickly, and IT professionals will need Server
Essentials to integrate Macs into their organizations.
The Apple Pro Training Series serves as both a self-paced learning
tool and the official curriculum for the OS X Mountain Lion and OS
X Server on Mountain Lion certification programs.
Table of contents
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Acknowledgments
- Dedications
- Contents at a Glance
- Table of Contents
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Configuring and Monitoring OS X Server
- Lesson 1. About This Guide
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Lesson 2. Installing OS X Server
- Reference 2.1. Evaluating OS X Server Requirements
- Reference 2.2. Preparing to Install OS X Server
- Reference 2.3. Installing OS X Server
- Reference 2.4. Upgrading or Migrating to OS X Server
- Reference 2.5. Updating OS X Server
- Reference 2.6. Troubleshooting
- Exercise 2.1. Configure OS X Before Installing OS X Server on Your Server Computer
- Exercise 2.2. Perform the Initial Installation of OS X Server on Your Server Computer
- Exercise 2.3. Configure Your Administrator Computer
- Additional Resources
- Lesson Review
- Lesson 3. Providing DNS
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Lesson 4. Exploring the Server App
- Reference 4.1. Allowing Remote Access
- Reference 4.2. Using the Next Steps Drawer
- Reference 4.3. Using Server Sidebar Elements
- Reference 4.4. Using the Manage Menu
- Reference 4.5. Using the Tools Menu
- Reference 4.6. Using Help
- Reference 4.7. Troubleshooting
- Exercise 4.1. Enable Screen Sharing And Remote Management
- Exercise 4.2. Explore the Next Steps Drawer
- Exercise 4.3. Configure the Service Data Volume
- Additional Resources
- Lesson Review
-
Lesson 5. Configuring SSL Certificates
- Reference 5.1. Understanding SSL Certificates
- Reference 5.2. Configuring SSL Certificates
- Reference 5.3. Troubleshooting
- Exercise 5.1. Create a Certificate Signing Request
- Exercise 5.2. Import a Signed Certificate (Optional)
- Exercise 5.3. Archive Your Certificate (Optional)
- Exercise 5.4. Configure Your Server to Use Its New SSL Certificate
- Exercise 5.5. Configure Your Administrator Computer to Trust an SSL Certificate
- Exercise 5.6. Clean Up
- Additional Resources
- Lesson Review
- Lesson 6. Using Status and Notifications
- Lesson 7. Backing Up OS X Server
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Configuring Accounts
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Lesson 8. Managing Local Users
- Reference 8.1. Understanding Authentication and Authorization
- Reference 8.2. Creating and Administering User and Administrator Server Accounts
- Reference 8.3. Managing Access to Services
- Reference 8.4. Troubleshooting
- Exercise 8.1. Create and Configure Local User Accounts
- Exercise 8.2. Import Local User Accounts
- Exercise 8.3. Create and Configure Local Groups
- Exercise 8.4. Troubleshoot Problems with Importing Accounts
- Exercise 8.5. Manage Service Access
- Exercise 8.6. Clean Up
- Additional Resources
- Lesson Review
- Lesson 9. Configuring Open Directory Services
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Lesson 10. Managing Local Network Accounts
- Reference 10.1. Using the Server App to Manage Network User Accounts
- Reference 10.2. Configuring Authentication Methods on OS X Server
- Reference 10.3. Using Single Sign-On and Kerberos
- Reference 10.4. Troubleshooting
- Exercise 10.1. Create and Import Network Accounts
- Exercise 10.2. Configure Password Policies
- Additional Resources
- Lesson Review
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Lesson 8. Managing Local Users
- Managing Devices with Configuration Profiles
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Providing File Services
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Lesson 13. Providing File Sharing Services
- Reference 13.1. Addressing the Challenges of File Sharing
- Reference 13.2. Creating Share Points
- Reference 13.3. Troubleshooting File Services
- Reference 13.4. Providing FTP Service (Optional)
- Exercise 13.1. Explore the File Sharing Service
- Exercise 13.2. Use Logs to Troubleshoot Problems with File Sharing Services
- Additional Resources
- Lesson Review
- Lesson 14. Understanding File Access
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Lesson 13. Providing File Sharing Services
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Implementing Deployment Solutions
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Lesson 15. Leveraging NetInstall
- Reference 15.1. Managing Computers with NetInstall
- Reference 15.2. Creating Images with System Image Utility
- Reference 15.3. Understanding Shadow Files
- Reference 15.4. Troubleshooting NetInstall
- Exercise 15.1. Create NetInstall Images
- Exercise 15.2. Create NetBoot and NetRestore Images
- Exercise 15.3. Configure a NetInstall Server
- Exercise 15.4. Filter NetInstall Clients
- Exercise 15.5. Configure a NetInstall Client
- Exercise 15.6. Monitor NetInstall Clients
- Additional Resources
- Lesson Review
- Lesson 16. Implementing Software Update Service
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Lesson 15. Leveraging NetInstall
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Providing Network Services
- Lesson 17. Offering Time Machine Network Backup
- Lesson 18. Providing Security via the VPN Service
- Lesson 19. Understanding DHCP
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Lesson 20. Hosting Websites
- Reference 20.1. Web Service Software
- Reference 20.2. Understanding Basic Website Structure
- Reference 20.3. Monitoring Web Services
- Reference 20.4. Troubleshooting
- Exercise 20.1. Enable Web Services
- Exercise 20.2. Secure Your Website
- Exercise 20.3. Monitor Web Services
- Exercise 20.4. Disable a Website
- Additional Resources
- Lesson Review
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Using Collaborative Services
- Lesson 21. Providing Mail Services
- Lesson 22. Configuring the Wiki Service
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Lesson 23. Implementing Calendar Service
- Reference 23.1. Calendar Service Data Locations
- Reference 23.2. Using the Calendar Service
- Reference 23.3. Troubleshooting the Calendar Service
- Exercise 23.1. Configure and Start the Calendar Service
- Exercise 23.2. Use the Server App to Add Resources and Locations
- Exercise 23.3. Access the Calendar Service as a User
- Additional Resources
- Lesson Review
- Lesson 24. Providing Messages Service
- Lesson 25. Managing Contacts Service
- Index
- Ad Pages
Product information
- Title: Apple Pro Training Series: OS X Server Essentials
- Author(s):
- Release date: December 2012
- Publisher(s): Peachpit Press
- ISBN: 9780133156676
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