Course Description
The four-day Directory Services Client/Server course is designed for system
administrators and IT professionals who need to gain specific knowledge about
directory services, how to effectively configure Mac OS X computers to access directory services, and how to configure Mac OS X Server to provide directory services in a mixed-platform environment. This course is a combination of lecture and hands-on case study exercises that provide practical real-world experience.
Who should attend?
This class is for system administrators who are tasked with configuring computers running Mac OS X to access directory services and providing directory services in a multiplatform environment.
Prerequisites
Students should have the following prerequisite knowledge prior to attending this course:
- Completion of Mac OS X Support Essentials v10.4 and Mac OS X Server Essentials v10.4, or equivalent knowledge
- Understanding of basic IP networking, including IP adress, subnet masks, ports, and protocols
- Working familiarity with the command line interface
Recommended Next Steps
The Directory Services Integration and Administration v10.4 Exam (9L0-611) addresses objectives for both Mac OS X Client and Mac OS X Server. Successful completion of this exam earns Directory Services Integration and Administration certification and also earns 4 credits toward Apple Certified System Administrator (ACSA) certification. For specific exam objectives, see the Skills Assessment Guide for the Directory Services Integration and Administration v10.4 Exam. To familiarize yourself with the type of questions asked in the exam, see the Sample Test. |
