How to Integrate Active Directory and DNS

Executive Summary

Windows™ 2000 Server was a pivotal point for Microsoft in centralizing and consolidating directory services. Active Directory™ (AD) is based on well known network services such as Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) and Kerberos. AD utilizes DNS for its location mechanism. DNS has grown to become not only the cornerstone of the Internet, but a crucial fabric to connect Windows clients with their Domain Controllers. This document outlines how AD utilizes DNS and how the Adonis DNS Appliance integrates into this environment. The integration of the Adonis Server can be performed easily while providing a robust, secure, and highly maintainable DNS management platform.