In fact, the next generation of NTDS was previewed at Microsoft's Intranet Strategy Day on June 13, 1996. Windows NT Server has much more to offer Banyan customers than just a directory service. A hierarchical, extensible directory is an important feature of an operating system, and, as noted above, Microsoft is working on next generation directory enhancements to ship in 1997. With this commitment, Banyan StreetTalk customers can be assured that their directory needs and much more are being met by Windows NT Server. For more information of Windows NT Server Directory Services and Microsoft's directory strategy, see our Directory Services page.
Interoperability is a key concern, especially during an enterprise migration process.
Banyan offers StreetTalk Access for Windows NT File and Print. This allows StreetTalk users to access Windows NT file and print services from their Banyan clients. To implement this service, customers must install a separate server running StreetTalk Access for Windows NT File and Print, which acts as a gateway to both Banyan and Windows NT Server-based machines. This design reduces performance. Additionally, since StreetTalk Access for Windows NT File and Print does not use Windows NT-based security, serious security issues could arise.