OSX server setup suggestions
- by Tom
I am looking into the possibility to setup an OSX server for my employees, and would like some input on what is the best approach to meet my needs, and perhaps some suggestions if I am moving in the wrong direction.
I am thinking of a Mac Mini OSX server, and are not sure if my needs will be met, and what possibilities are out there.
I want these capabilities:
- Groups/Users managed on server
- Shared folders and private folders for users/groups
- Access to activated services
- Server hosting software for the users (developing tools ++)
- Similar to Windows Terminal Server
- Virtual desktop environment (both local and over internet/VPN)
- Possible to access trough Mac and Windows
The reason I am looking at OSX server is that my employees almost only work in OSX environment, and I want to offer the capabilities to logon to the server trough some kind of terminal software, and have full access to their work OSX environment and software on their mac or pc, from anywhere they might be. Instead of having to have multiple setups and need for spending alot of time installing and setting up needed software on every client.
This is a small business, where some work on local network, and others from the internet, preferably trough VPN. But a terminal server solution, that are fast and easy to manage would be perfect for our needs.
So if anyone have any experience with a similar setup, please let me know what you did, and your experiences with your setup.
