This product extends the distributed computing power of AFS to the desktop for increased interoperability with leading industry platforms. IBM's AFS provides a high-performance, reliable and secure production file system to assist in managing and accessing distributed resources. User Mobility Location-independent naming makes file sharing and resource management easier. Easier Administration On-line backup and administration tools make it easier to perform routine system maintenance or to recover from temporary system failures. Data replication across servers provides more efficient access to frequently used files.
Replication also assures continued productivity in the event of a temporary system failure.
Features AFS Client for Windows NT provides customers with many advantages not available with other products. Support for user profiles in AFS which provides greater user mobility. Submounts let users create shorter path names and each client can be configured with its own set of submounts for greater convenience. AFS authentication provides enhanced security, Kerberos 4 KDC compatibility and allows authentication to multiple cells. Caching and authentication are performed on the NT client which prevents overloading network services and provides greater security and user convenience.