OS X Lion Server Part 01 ? What Type of Server

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OS X Server, the server for everyone. Well, nearly right because it is and it isn't. OSX Server is certainly one of the most user friendly server installs out there, but it's still a server, and setting it up has its own pitfalls that you can easily fall into. I have found that Apple's own documentation on OS X Server comes in two flavors. The basic guide reassures you tha... ... Return to article to continue reading.
 
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Your 'fictional' domain romulus.co.uk isn't quite as fictional as you think...

It redirects to radmanintelligence.co.uk

Just FYI, in case there's any legal issue in that. Good guide, though. Kudos.
 
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Thanks for the heads up, I was certain that wasn't registered a couple of weeks ago, I'll change it
 

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Excellent guide. Can't wait for part two. I have thought about setting this up for a while.The price of the server tools has always stopped me. I might try it now with Lion just to learn more about it.

You answered the question of whether I need a server setup. I don't.
 

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