Active directory (AD) is arguably the most critical component of Windows Server 2008, certainly for larger organizations. What exactly is a directory...

Active directory (AD) is arguably the most critical component of Windows Server 2008, certainly for larger organizations.

What exactly is a directory service, and what are some examples in industry? Next, let's get the definition of active directory down—what exactly is it, and what benefits does it provide? After this, we'll look at the details on how it is implemented in the business environment.