Identity Management for UNIX: Server for NIS

Applies To: Windows Server 2003 R2

Server for NIS

Server for NIS enables a Microsoft Windows–based Active Directory domain controller to administer UNIX Network Information Service (NIS) networks.

• Before you start using Server for NIS, see Server for NIS Checklists.

• For tips about using Server for NIS, see Best practices for Server for NIS.

• For help with specific tasks, see How To.....

• For general background information, see Concepts of Server for NIS.

• For detailed reference information about command utilities for managing Server for NIS, see Server for NIS command-line utilities.

• For problem-solving instructions, see Server for NIS Troubleshooting.