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Linux Network File System vs Samba

A side-by-side look at Linux Network File System and Samba. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Linux Network File System

Linux Network File System

Network & Admin

The Linux Network File System (NFS) is a client/server application that allows remote hosts to mount file systems over a network. It allows sharing of files, printers, and other resources. NFS is useful for accessing shared files across different operating systems.

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Samba

Samba

Network & Admin

Samba is an open-source software suite that provides file and print services to SMB/CIFS clients. It allows Linux/Unix servers to interoperate with Windows networks, acting as a file and print server for Microsoft Windows clients.

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