[olug] Linux, Networks and NFS/NIS

[Eric Johnson]

Don't run NFS and NIS.

On Fri, 27 Jun 2003, Mac Petras wrote:

> Hey all -
>
> My Sys Admin is voicing concerns over placing Linux boxes on the
> "production" network (not like we have a dev/test network). Her
> concern is that NFS/NIS may cause problems with routers/switches
> and other network equipment.
>
> I'm trying to understand this issue (or determine what is just
> FUD), so please forgive what I have wrong here. From my
> perspective, since this is basically just a protocol, there
> should be few (if any) issues with this. Also, if we don't have
> the daemon running or do any cross-system mounts, will NFS even
> show up on the network?
>
> Anyone got any ideas on how to alay her concerns on the issue?
> Anything she can do or try? I feel pretty safe in bringing Linux
> in , but am concerned this might be used as a...stall...tactic
> until she learns "everything", or feel "comfortable" with Linux
> to allow it.
>
> Any help, ideas or information is greatly appreciated.
> _________________________________________
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