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<preface lang= "en-US" >
<title > About the Cover Artwork</title>
<para >
The cover artwork of this book continues a theme chosen for the book,
<emphasis > The Official Samba-3 HOWTO and Reference Guide,</emphasis>
the cover of which features a Confederate scene. Samba has had a major
impact on the network deployment of Microsoft Windows desktop systems.
The cover artwork of the two official Samba books tells of events that
likewise had a major impact on the future.
</para>
<para >
<emphasis > Samba-3 by Example Cover Artwork:</emphasis> King Alfred the Great
(born 849, ruled 871-899) was one of the most amazing kings ever to
rule England. He defended Anglo-Saxon England from Viking raids, formulated
a code of laws, and fostered a rebirth of religious and scholarly activity.
His reign exhibits military skill and innovation, sound governance and the
ability to inspire men to plan for the future. Alfred liberated England
at a time when all resistence seemed futile.
</para>
<para >
Samba is a network interoperability solution that provides real choice for network
administrators. It is an adjunct to Microsoft Windows networks that provides
interoperability of UNIX systems with Microsoft Windows desktop and server systems.
You may use Samba to realize the freedom it provides for your network environment
thanks to a dedicated team who work behind the scenes to give you a better choice.
The efforts of these few dedicated developers continues to shape the future of
the Windows interoperability landscape. Enjoy!
</para>
</preface>
