Microsoft Distributed File System (DFS) and Working Papers
Problem:
Is Working Papers compatible with Microsoft's Distributed File System (DFS)?
Solution:
There are two components to the Microsoft Distributed File System (DFS):
- DFS Replication - Files replicated between multiple servers
- DFS Namespaces - The ability to create a virtual tree of shared folders
Please refer to the Microsoft Technet site for more information:
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc782648(WS.10).aspx
http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc782648(WS.10).aspx
Of particular note: DFS Replication uses a "last-writer wins" method for determining which version of a file to keep when a file is modified on two or more members. The losing file is stored in the Conflict and Deleted folder on the member that resolves the conflict. This member might not be the member where the changes originated.
However, Microsoft's DFS Namespaces are fully compatible with Working Papers.
For more information regarding Microsoft's Distributed File System, please refer to:
