Help using Ubuntu 9.04 Desktop as Server?

Question

I'm trying to set up Ubuntu 9.04 Desktop as a server for fun and to use at home. I think I have file sharing and print server down, but finding a way to make a domain and linux AD equivalent is driving me insane. I think I'm on the right track by using this SWAT, but I have no idea how to use it, and the help stuff isn't very helpful. Basically, here's the goal: To use Ubuntu Desktop as an all purpose server for file, print, and Active Directory and domain controller for both Windows and Ubuntu users. XP users should be able to log in using username and password and be able to save files to the server, and access other printers around the house. Now, file and print I have down (mostly), so how on earth do I get an AD equivalent? Eventually I'll need to install DNS and DHCP for thoroughness.

Answer 1

In order to get AD you have to install SAMBA. Use the following command to install it. Use apt-get install samba when logged in as root or root equivalent or use sudo apt-get install samba if not. The configuration file will need to be modified to include components for AD, file and print sharing. The file is located in /etc and name samba.conf. There are lots of good information on the internet for the configuration file.

Answer 2

Ubuntu 9.04 The Perfect Desktop

http://www.howtoforge.com/the-perfect-desktop-ubuntu-9.04



Ubuntu 9.04 The Perfect Server

http://www.howtoforge.com/perfect-server-ubuntu-9.04-ispconfig-2



Here is the Official Ubuntu SAMBA Documentation

https://help.ubuntu.com/community/SettingUpSamba



LUg.

Answer 3

idk