I remember compiling my own samba server, whilst working in IT back in 1998. It ran as a backup system for an NT 4.0 server. Even then it was more reliable than Microsoft servers. It is a great project that everyone uses without knowing it somewhere on a network or NAS. There is much free software like this.
Samba 3.2 builds upon the success of Samba 3.0 by modernizing and enhancing the code whilst still retaining compatibility with all existing Samba installations. Samba is the leading technology choice for Windows file serving on UNIX ® platforms and in embedded Network Attached Storage (NAS) solutions. Samba is used by vendors selling NAS solutions ranging from high end clustered business-critical systems, to low end consumer devices, and everything in between.
