This comprehensive reference provides in-depth information on Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server's technical architecture. System administrators, IT professionals, and Mac enthusiasts will learn to customize and tune Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server directory services; integrate Mac OS X, Mac OS X Server, and other Apple technologies within a multiplatform, heterogeneous environment; design and maintain local area and wide area networks; and secure Mac OS X and Mac OS X Server against a variety of potential attacks. The book covers everything from file system structures and Directory Services integration to security best practices. Certified by Apple Computer and keyed to the learning objectives of the Apple Certified System Administrator exams, this book is a perfect supplement to Apple's own training classes and an in-depth technical reference for system administrators and engineers. Book jacket.