What is Active Directory

What is Active Directory


With the rapid adoption of distributed computing, there existed a need for developing a multipurpose directory service catering to the different needs of enterprise IT management. This video breaks down the basics of Active Directory services, dwelling in to Active directory objects while giving you a clear picture of why and where Active Directory can be implemented.
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