This is pretty basic but I have a iMac that I have just updated to Mountain Lion and Mountain Lion Server. Does the client computer need to have Mountain Lion and Mountain Lion server software installed in order to access the server? I cannot figure out how the client signs on. I know that this is basic but I am new to the use of server software. Thanks. Ed
No, your clients don't have to be running Mountain Lion in order to connect - they don't even have to be running Mac OS X.
As for getting clients to 'sign on', what services are you running on your server? That's kind of relevant to the answer.
Thanks. Mostly I want the client to use file sharing. I think what I need to know is how the client signs onto the server to access services.
Ed
Well, that depends on the file sharing protocol, and the client application.
For example, if you're using AFP file sharing and connecting from a Mac then the user would typically use the Finder -> Go -> Connect to Server where they enter the server name. They'll then be prompted for a username/password to authenticate (and that's checked against the server directory).
If you're using FTP, then the client application will have fields for providing username and password when you intiiate the connection.
If you're using SMB file sharing... it's the same thing - the client will have options for providing a username and password when the user connects.
So it's all about the client application, at least as far as file sharing is concerned.
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