White Paper: Technical Overview of Windows Server 2003 Active Directory (818626)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 64-Bit Datacenter Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, 64-Bit Enterprise Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Datacenter Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Standard Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003, Premium Edition
  • Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2003, Standard Edition

SUMMARY

This white paper introduces the major improvements and new features of the Active Directory service. Active Directory is a central component in Windows Server 2003 that provides the means to manage the identities and relationships that make up network environments. The Windows Server 2003 family makes Active Directory easier to manage. This eases migration and deployment.

To view this white paper, visit the following Microsoft Web site:

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2003/techinfo/overview/activedirectory.mspx

Topics That Are Included in This White Paper

  • Active Directory Basics
  • New Features and Improvements
  • Integration and Productivity
  • Performance and Scalability
  • Administration and Configuration Management
  • Group Policy Features
  • Security Enhancements
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:12/3/2003
Keywords:KB818626
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