Centralized Identity and Policy Management for Windows, Linux, Unix, Mac and Java with Active Directory and DirectControl

Overview

Centrify enables a secure, connected computing environment by seamlessly integrating your Unix, Linux, Mac, Java and web platforms with Microsoft Active Directory's identity, access, and policy management services. With its patent-pending Zone technology, Centrify delivers the only solution that does not require intrusive reconfiguration of existing systems and provides the granular administrative control needed to securely manage a diverse set of systems and applications. This white paper examines the compelling business and technical case for centralizing administration in Microsoft's Active Directory, describes how DirectControl enables you to integrate Active Directory with your non-Microsoft platforms, and describes DirectControl’s architecture and benefits.