2.1 Understanding How the Novell Client for Linux Differs from the Novell Client for Windows 2000/XP

Using the Novell Client for Linux differs in a few ways from using the Novell Client for Windows*. For users and network administrators who are familiar with the Novell Client for Windows, knowing these differences can help the transition to Linux run more smoothly.

Installation and Upgrades

Logging In

User Interface

Both a graphical user interface and command line utilities are available to complete client actions such as mapping drives, setting trustee rights, and copying files.

Login Scripts

Novell has ported the vast majority of login script functionality to the Linux platform. This means that the login scripts you create in your network can be used for both Windows users and Linux users with very little difference in functionality.

Some differences do exist, however. For example, mapped drives are implemented by creating symbolic links and search drives are not available on Linux. Other small differences are created by the inherent difference between Windows and Linux. All the differences and issues are listed in the Novell Login Scripts Guide.