Mac Os X Lion server for dummies - John Rizzo

With more Macs, iPads, and iPhones moving into the workplace than ever before, what's an administrator to do? Mac OS X Lion Server is the perfect way to handle a Mac network, and this book will walk you through every step
even if you're new to Mac administration. Learn to configure, secure, and troubleshoot Lion and how to incorporate a Mac subnet into the Windows Active Directory domain.

• When worlds collide
  learn how to get Windows PCs and Macs working together on Lion Server




• Virtual perfection
  compare hardware choices and learn to set up a server on a virtual machine




• All about directories
  automate security and simplify maintenance with user directories, and integrate Open Directory with Active Directory




• Serving up services
  create permission schemes and set up file and printer sharing




• Help users collaborate
  set up e–mail, calendar sharing, contact sharing, iChat instant messaging, and meeting scheduling




• Of websites and wikis
  create personal or group wikis and host websites




• Protect the portables
  safely manage notebooks and mobile iOS devices




• Secure your server
  configure the firewall, manage SSL certificates, and lock down your VPN

Open the book and find:

• How to choose server hardware




• How to format storage drives




• Tips on managing user groups




• Effective ways to set up access permissions




• How to schedule resourcesand locations




• How to set up Mail Server 3




• All about Podcast Producer




• Ten cool things to add to Lion Server

Learn to:

• Set up, configure, and administer your Mac network




• Work with both Mac and Windows clients




• Handle security and troubleshoot problems




• Manage iPhones, iPads, and other mobile devices on your network