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Product Overview
OS X Server
OS X Server takes advantage of the UNIX-compliant foundation of OS X. This rock-solid
core provides the stability, performance, and security that organizations require—and
full UNIX conformance ensures compatibility with existing server and application
software.
High-Performance Networking
Incorporating the latest industry-standard networking and security protocols, OS X
uses the time-tested BSD sockets and TCP/IP stack to provide compatibility and
integration with IP-based networks.
A fully multithreaded IP stack and advanced process- and thread-scheduling algorithms
enable OS X to eciently service requests—even when hundreds of users are simul-
taneously connected to the server. From the lowest levels of the kernel to everyday
applications, performance gains are especially noticeable on the latest Intel multicore
systems.
Advanced Server Features
OS X features an industrial-strength design required for business-critical server
deployments. “Headless” operation allows administrators to install and congure
services without needing to connect a display to the server. Powerful remote adminis-
tration tools permit secure service management from anywhere on the network
or over the Internet, and support for SSH provides secure access from the UNIX
command line.
To keep critical services up and running, OS X has built-in tools for monitoring systems,
preventing accidental shutdown, and recovering services quickly in case of network or
power failure.
Security and Access Controls
OS X is designed to be secure right out of the box—no security expertise is required.
Included are features that keep your systems secure, such as advanced security archi-
tectures, a built-in rewall, and strong encryption and authentication technologies.
Server Fundamentals
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