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389 Directory Server vs OpenLDAP

A side-by-side look at 389 Directory Server and OpenLDAP. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

389 Directory Server

389 Directory Server

Network & Admin

389 Directory Server is an open source enterprise-class LDAP server developed by Red Hat. It is fast, scalable, and robust, supporting a wide range of LDAP clients with features like multi-master replication, security, and administrative controls.

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OpenLDAP

OpenLDAP

Network & Admin

OpenLDAP is an open source implementation of the Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP). It allows users to access and maintain distributed directory information over a network. Often used as a central authentication repository for Linux/UNIX networks.

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