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Planning for SUSE Linux
Enterprise
The implementation of an operating system either in an existing IT environment or as
a completely new rollout must be carefully prepared. With SUSE Linux Enterprise 10,
get a variety of new features. It is impossible to describe all the new features here. The
following is just a list of major enhancements that might be of interest.
Xen 3.0 Virtualization
Runs many virtual machines on a single server, each with its own instance of an
operating system. For more information, see
YaST
Several new configuration options have been developed for YaST. These are nor-
mally described in the chapters about the technology involved.
CIM Management with openWBEM
The Common Information Model Object Manager (CIMON) is a Web-based enter-
prise management utility. It provides a mature management framework. See also
Chapter 11, OpenWBEM
SPident
The management utility SPident gives an overview of the installed software base
and clarifies the current service pack level of the system.
Directory Services
Several LDAP-compliant directory services are available:
• Microsoft Active Directory
• OpenLDAP
Chapter 22, Virtualization
(page 227).
(page 421).
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