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Samba

Ch 465.2of 47 File Sharing Software
  1. 1Runs onLinux, self-hosted
  2. 2CostsNot stated by the maker
  3. 3Password-protected linksYes
2 lines stated Written from the maker's own pages: samba.org
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Overview

Samba is ranked #46 of 47 in file sharing software on Specifiction. It runs on Linux, Self-hosted.

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Facts

What it does
Samba is an open source implementation of SMB and Active Directory protocols for Linux and UNIX-like systems.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
File and print services
It provides file and print services using SMB and other Active Directory protocols, including LDAP and Kerberos.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
Active Directory roles
Samba can act as an Active Directory Domain Controller or as a member server.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
Storage use
The project describes Samba as scalable distributed software for cluster filesystems, including use in PaaS, software-defined storage, HPC, and enterprise NAS.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
License and project
Samba is licensed under the GNU General Public License and is developed, maintained, and supported by a worldwide community.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
Downloads
Samba source code is distributed over HTTPS, and the site recommends using its GPG public key to verify current releases.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
Platform availability
The download page says major Linux and Free Unix distributions provide Samba as a native package.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
Security updates
The project publishes a security updates page and directs users to it for information about security releases.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
Support
The project lists community support through Matrix and mailing lists, and links to independent commercial support providers.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
Commercial support caveat
The Samba Team says it cannot assure or endorse the commercial support providers listed on its site.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
Documentation
The project describes its wiki as comprehensive and the most up-to-date Samba documentation.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026
History
The project says Samba has continued to grow in popularity since its release in 1992.samba.org · 5 Oct 2026

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