Chapter 22. Samba
Figure 22.1. Samba Server Configuration Tool
Note
The Samba Server Configuration Tool does not display shared printers or the default
stanza that allows users to view their own home directories on the Samba server.
22.2.1.1. Configuring Server Settings
The first step in configuring a Samba server is to configure the basic settings for the server and a
few security options. After starting the application, select Preferences => Server Settings from
the pulldown menu. The Basic tab is displayed as shown in
Settings".
Figure 22.2. Configuring Basic Server Settings
On the Basic tab, specify which workgroup the computer should be in as well as a brief description of
the computer. They correspond to the workgroup and server string options in smb.conf.
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Figure 22.2, "Configuring Basic Server