Linux Server Samba Active Directory Domain Controller Setup

In this episode of Linux Server Admin with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna dive into setting up a Samba-based Active Directory Domain Controller on a Linux server. They cover the key differences between Samba 4 and classic NT4-style domains, walk through the necessary packages and configuration steps for joining a domain, and discuss real-world use cases like centralized authentication and group policy management. The hosts also highlight common pitfalls such as DNS integration and time synchronization. Whether you're managing a mixed Windows-Linux environment or consolidating identity services, this episode provides a practical anchor for deploying Samba AD DC in production.

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