I still don't get why Samba has to be run in a container

[davidep (Davide Principi)]

@robb

it would be an idea to give some more background information on the choice of running Samba in a container. And what kind of container this is.

I tried to summarize the main points in the previous post. I would be happy to help on more specific questions!

@robb

I think there is a need to know what is possible and what is not possible.

I think the most important point is authentication on smb shares and has been discussed here:

Samba Active Directory or OpenLDAP

If you have a mail server, or a firewall, without file server, openldap is much simpler and it’s the way to go!

We’re still working on provisioning a DC from an existing AD domain, and upgrading an old NT-PDC.

I agree with @robb, we need a clear documentation to help newcomers!