Ability to change a user's password.

Ability to edit the ACL.

Ability to describe the basic rules of operation for access control in the directory.

Module 8: Security

The material in this module assumes you've already installed a Directory Server and know how to access it from Netscape Console. If you're not comfortable using Netscape Console, you might want to review that section in the Configuration Module.

We'll cover the following topics:


8.1 Password Policies
Your Server's security depends on your Password Policy.
8.2 Password Policy Form
How to use Netscape Console to manage Directory Server passwords.
8.3 Introduction To Access Control Lists
Background information about ACLs and some basic syntax rules.
8.4 Editing ACIs
How to change access control instructions using Netscape Console.
8.5 Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)
Introduction to SSL and how it can be used with the Directory Server.
8.6 Security Quiz
Test your knowledge about Directory Server security.

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