Novell Native File Access Protocols lets Macintosh, Windows, and UNIX workstations access and store files on NetWare servers without having to install any additional software, such as the Novell Client. The software is installed only on the NetWare server and provides "out of the box" network access. Just connect the network cable, start the computer, and you have access to servers on your network. No client software installation or configuration is required.
Novell Native File Access Protocols software enables the NetWare server to use the same protocol (referred to as native) as the client workstation to copy, delete, move, save, and open files. Windows workstations perform these tasks using the native Common Internet File System (CIFS) protocol, Macintosh workstations use the native Apple Filing Protocol (AFP), and UNIX computers use the Network File System (NFS) protocol.
For more information about Novell Native File Access Protocols, see the online OES Native File Access Protocols Guide in the OES NetWare online documentation.