Book description
This is the Rough Cut version of the printed book.
This is officially-authorized Apple Pro Training Series work is
a top-notch primer for anyone who needs to implement, administer,
or maintain a network that uses OS X Server on El Capitan. This
book provides comprehensive coverage of OS X Server and is part of
the Apple Pro Training series–the only Apple-certified books
on the market. Designed for help desk specialists, technical
coordinators, and entry-level system administrators, this guide
teaches you how to install and configure OS X Server on El Capitan
to provide network-based services. You’ll also learn to use
tools for efficiently managing and deploying OS X Server. In
addition to learning key concepts and experiencing hands-on,
practical exercises throughout.
In addition to learning key concepts and experiencing hands-on,
practical exercises throughout, the book also covers the learning
objectives to help you prepare for the industry-standard ACTC
certification.
Provides authoritative explanations of OS X Server setup and management on El Capitan.
Focused lessons take you step by step through practical, real-world exercises.
Lesson review questions summarize what you learn to prepare you for the Apple certification exam.
Lesson files available for download–including lesson
Table of contents
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Dedication Page
- Acknowledgments
- Contents at a Glance
- Table of Contents
- About This Guide
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Configuring and Monitoring OS X Server
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Lesson 1. Installing OS X Server
- Reference 1.1 Evaluating OS X Server Requirements
- Reference 1.2 Preparing to Install OS X Server
- Reference 1.3 Installing OS X Server
- Reference 1.4 Upgrading or Migrating to OS X Server
- Reference 1.5 Updating OS X Server
- Reference 1.6 Troubleshooting
- Exercise 1.1 Configure OS X Before Installing OS X Server on Your Server Computer
- Exercise 1.2 Perform the Initial Installation of OS X Server on Your Server Computer
- Exercise 1.3 Configure Your Client Computer
- Exercise 1.4 Configure Your Client iOS Device
- Lesson 2. Providing DNS Records
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Lesson 3. Exploring the Server App
- Reference 3.1 Allowing Remote Access
- Reference 3.2 Using Server Sidebar Elements
- Reference 3.3 Using the Manage Menu
- Reference 3.4 Using the Tools Menu
- Reference 3.5 Using Help and Server Tutorials
- Reference 3.6 Troubleshooting
- Exercise 3.1 Turn On Remote Access
- Exercise 3.2 Inspect the Service Data Volume
- Exercise 3.3 Explore the Access Tab
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Lesson 4. Configuring SSL Certificates
- Reference 4.1 Describe SSL Certificate Basics
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Reference 4.2 Configuring SSL Certificates
- Viewing Your Server’s Default Certificate
- Explaining Options for Adding New Certificates
- Obtaining a Trusted Certificate
- Importing a Signed Certificate
- Generating a Self-Signed Certificate
- Inspecting a Certificate
- Archiving Your Certificate
- Renewing Your Certificate
- Configuring OS X Server Services to Use a Certificate
- Following the Certificate Chain
- Configuring Trust
- Reference 4.3 Troubleshooting
- Exercise 4.1 Examine the Default SSL Certificate
- Exercise 4.2 Configure an Open Directory Certificate Authority
- Exercise 4.3 Configure Your Client Computer to Trust an SSL Certificate
- Lesson 5. Using Status and Notifications
- Lesson 6. Backing Up OS X Server
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Lesson 1. Installing OS X Server
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Configuring Accounts
- Lesson 7. Configuring Open Directory Services
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Lesson 8. Managing Users
- Reference 8.1 Describing Authentication and Authorization
- Reference 8.2 Creating and Administering User and Administrator Server Accounts
- Reference 8.3 Managing Access to Services
- Reference 8.4 Configuring Authentication Methods on OS X Server
- Reference 8.5 Using Single Sign-On and Kerberos
- Reference 8.6 Troubleshooting
- Exercise 8.1 Create and Edit User Accounts
- Exercise 8.2 Import Accounts
- Exercise 8.3 Configure Password Policies
- Exercise 8.4 Manage Service Access
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Managing Devices with Configuration Profiles
- Lesson 9. Configuring OS X Server to Provide Device Management
- Lesson 10. Managing with Profile Manager
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Sharing Files
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Lesson 11. Configuring the File Sharing Service
- Reference 11.1 Addressing the Challenges of File Sharing
- Reference 11.2 Creating Share Points
- Reference 11.3 Troubleshooting File-Sharing Services
- Reference 11.4 Providing FTP Service
- Exercise 11.1 Explore the File Sharing Service
- Exercise 11.2 Access Files via iOS (Optional)
- Exercise 11.3 Use Logs to Troubleshoot Problems with File Sharing
- Lesson 12. Defining File Access
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Lesson 11. Configuring the File Sharing Service
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Implementing Deployment Solutions
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Lesson 13. Leveraging NetInstall
- Reference 13.1 Managing Computers with NetInstall
- Reference 13.2 Creating Images with System Image Utility
- Reference 13.3 Describing Shadow Files
- Reference 13.4 Troubleshooting NetInstall
- Exercise 13.1 Prepare the NetInstall Service
- Exercise 13.2 Create a Customized NetInstall Image
- Exercise 13.3 Start the NetInstall Service
- Exercise 13.4 Start Up from a NetInstall Image
- Exercise 13.5 Monitor the NetInstall Service
- Lesson 14. Caching Content from Apple
- Lesson 15. Implementing the Software Update Service
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Lesson 13. Leveraging NetInstall
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Providing Network Services
- Lesson 16. Offering Time Machine Network Backup
- Lesson 17. Providing Security via the VPN Service
- Lesson 18. Configuring DHCP
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Lesson 19. Hosting Websites
- Reference 19.1 Identifying the Web Service Software
- Reference 19.2 Describing Basic Website Structure
- Reference 19.3 Monitoring Web Services
- Reference 19.4 Troubleshooting
- Exercise 19.1 Turn On Web Services
- Exercise 19.2 Modify the Default Websites
- Exercise 19.3 Create and Remove a New Website
- Exercise 19.4 Restrict Access to a Website
- Exercise 19.5 Monitor Web Services
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Using Collaborative Services
- Lesson 20. Providing Mail Service
- Lesson 21. Configuring the Wiki Service
- Lesson 22. Implementing the Calendar Service
- Lesson 23. Managing the Contacts Service
- Lesson 24. Providing the Messages Service
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Using Command Line
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Lesson 25. Managing OS X Server with the Command-Line Interface
- Reference 25.1 Command-Line Basics
- Reference 25.2 Command-Line Navigation
- Reference 25.3 Command-Line File Manipulation
- Reference 25.4 Command-Line Administration
- Reference 25.5 Command-Line Tips and Tricks
- Exercise 25.1 Explore the Command-Line Interface
- Exercise 25.2 Explore the serveradmin Command
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Lesson 25. Managing OS X Server with the Command-Line Interface
- Index
- Where are the Lesson Files?
Product information
- Title: OS X Server 5.0 Essentials - Apple Pro Training Series: Using and Supporting OS X Server on El Capitan, Third Edition
- Author(s):
- Release date: February 2016
- Publisher(s): Peachpit Press
- ISBN: 9780134434841
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