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Lanwench [MVP - Exchange]
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Re: Question about mapping a shared folder
lforbes <lforbes@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote:
> I did reply a few days ago but somehow it didn't post. Maybe there is
> a limit to a thread?
>
>> I guess this is veering off topic, but I personally hate the native
>> MS quota stuff. I don't want to control my data based on the user
>> who owns the file. If I were to use quota management I'd go with
>> third party kit that can base it on other things, such as the
>> *folder*.
>
> Actually I have R2 quotas which does redirect via folder but hate it
> so I stick with the drives. It works well for me as I do base it on
> ownership and with servers I can record who is doing what as well. It
> flags me when users are filling up their directories fast that they
> may be doing it with apps they aren't allowed. I have R2 blocking
> most file types but some groups need access to the file types for
> game development.
>>> If I
>>> did that then I would go bug eyed with the addition and removal (add
>>> and remove about 300 per year). I have ABC Users, DEF Users, GHI
>>> Users etc. Also I have a few Windows 2000 machines that don't work
>>> with the newer Windows 2003 options for folder redirection.
>>
>> Which ones, just out of curiosity ?
>>>
>
> It was the new Folder Redirection options added with 2003. Redirect
> to Home Folder and another one. With Windows 2000 clients the only
> one that works is Redirect via Group (which I use) and redirect all
> users to one location.
Hmmm - I think you're mistakenon a little of that. I have been using
redirection since it came out - and I have several older "legacy" offices on
W2k server, set up to redirect to the home directory.....
>
>> Again, I know you have a system that works well for you - just
>> curious as to whether or not you might be able to simplify your life
>> a bit.
>>
>
> Thanks. I always am trying to do that. I may test it out for future.
> I just don't want to create too many Group Policies because the amout
> of server space they take up.
>
> Thanks for the input. I notice you post a lot on these boards so I am
> sure we will converse again.
>
> Cheers,
> Lara
Likewise - best o' luck out there!
lforbes <lforbes@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote:
> I did reply a few days ago but somehow it didn't post. Maybe there is
> a limit to a thread?
>
>> I guess this is veering off topic, but I personally hate the native
>> MS quota stuff. I don't want to control my data based on the user
>> who owns the file. If I were to use quota management I'd go with
>> third party kit that can base it on other things, such as the
>> *folder*.
>
> Actually I have R2 quotas which does redirect via folder but hate it
> so I stick with the drives. It works well for me as I do base it on
> ownership and with servers I can record who is doing what as well. It
> flags me when users are filling up their directories fast that they
> may be doing it with apps they aren't allowed. I have R2 blocking
> most file types but some groups need access to the file types for
> game development.
>>> If I
>>> did that then I would go bug eyed with the addition and removal (add
>>> and remove about 300 per year). I have ABC Users, DEF Users, GHI
>>> Users etc. Also I have a few Windows 2000 machines that don't work
>>> with the newer Windows 2003 options for folder redirection.
>>
>> Which ones, just out of curiosity ?
>>>
>
> It was the new Folder Redirection options added with 2003. Redirect
> to Home Folder and another one. With Windows 2000 clients the only
> one that works is Redirect via Group (which I use) and redirect all
> users to one location.
Hmmm - I think you're mistakenon a little of that. I have been using
redirection since it came out - and I have several older "legacy" offices on
W2k server, set up to redirect to the home directory.....
>
>> Again, I know you have a system that works well for you - just
>> curious as to whether or not you might be able to simplify your life
>> a bit.
>>
>
> Thanks. I always am trying to do that. I may test it out for future.
> I just don't want to create too many Group Policies because the amout
> of server space they take up.
>
> Thanks for the input. I notice you post a lot on these boards so I am
> sure we will converse again.
>
> Cheers,
> Lara
Likewise - best o' luck out there!