"Active directory" + FileMaker

[merkaba22]

I know nothing about this subject, so for give me: can FileMaker client software support "Active directory" such that in a PC environment users can simply open FileMaker and automatically, according to their priviledge set, have password access the solution? If not, is FM Server needed?

Where do I start to gain the understanding needed?

Edited July 28, 2009 by Guest

[Steven H. Blackwell]

This is called External Server Authentication. yes it can be done, and, in fact, is a preferred procedure. It does require FileMaker Server.

There is a lengthy Tech Brief about this topic on the FMI web site where you can start learning about External Authentication.

Steven