The big file-sharing leap came with Samba 4. That release brought Linux an Active Directory (AD) domain controller. With that version, Samba gained the ability to share files with both old and new ...

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One of the most popular questions long-time Linux users have been asked is, “How do I create a network share that Windows can see?“, and it’s for good reason. Creating a network share in Linux is a ...

Learn how to install, configure, and connect to Samba for Linux & Windows. Share files securely in just minutes with this easy guide. Whether your office runs a mix of Linux, Windows, and macOS ...

If you’re having trouble sharing out your ~Public directory in Ubuntu 22.04, Jack Wallen has the fix for you. With the release of Ubuntu 22.04, several changes occurred under the hood to make this ...

One of Samba's strengths is you can use it to blend your mix of Windows and Linux machines without needing a separate Windows NT/2000 Server. In this article, we describe some recommended methods for ...

We at Northrop Grumman recently decided to replace the Microsoft Windows 2000 server on one of our networks with a Linux server running Samba. The primary motivations for replacing the Windows server ...

Getting a little tired of one Windows SMB (Server Message Block) security problem after another? Want a reliable and fast file and print server without the Windows server headaches? Then, may I ...