separation model, active directory and users table

[endoinfosol]

Hi All:

 

Just a dumb question: Do I need to create a user table in my db if I plan to use Active Directory on Windows Server? 

This is my plan (not tested still):

http://fmforums.com/forum/blog/13/entry-83-the-power-and-advantages-of-external-server-authentication-with-filemaker-server/

 

 

Thanks in advance!

 

Mary

[mr_vodka]

I use a user table that stores additional information and flags for the users in conjunction with my AD/EA. However, if it just to manage the users of your system then AD with EA should be just fine.

[endoinfosol]

Thanks John. Thinking about your answer, another dumb question: if i do not the user table, How it is possible to know who is using the record and create audit trail of the db?. 

 

Thanks again,

 

Mary

[mr_vodka]

When using AD/EA, using Get ( AccountName ) will give you their login account name.

[endoinfosol]

thanks a ton! I appreciate your info!