Implementation of Active Directory for Efficient Management of Enterprise Networks

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      author = {Olasunkanmi Oluwasanjo Ladapo, Demilade Jooda, Adetomiwa A. Dosunmu, Toyosi O Abolaji},
      title = {Implementation of Active Directory for Efficient Management of Enterprise Networks},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2019},
      volume = {3},
      number = {4},
      pages = {608-627},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1717206.pdf},
      abstract = {The growing complexity of enterprise network infrastructures has necessitated the adoption of robust directory service platforms capable of centralising authentication, authorisation, and resource management across distributed computing environments. This paper presents a comprehensive review of the deployment and utilisation of Microsoft's directory service technology within large-scale organisational networks, examining how this platform facilitates streamlined administration of users, devices, policies, and security configurations. The review synthesises existing literature from diverse geographical and institutional contexts to evaluate the architectural underpinnings, operational mechanisms, and strategic advantages associated with the adoption of centralised directory services in modern enterprise settings. Particular attention is devoted to the role of Group Policy Objects in enforcing uniform configurations, the integration of domain name resolution services for seamless network communication, and the implementation of identity and access management protocols that safeguard organisational data assets. Furthermore, the paper explores the evolving landscape of hybrid deployments that bridge on-premises infrastructure with cloud-based platforms, thereby extending the reach and flexibility of directory services beyond traditional network boundaries. Security considerations, including threat mitigation strategies, multi-factor authentication, and privilege escalation prevention, are critically examined in the context of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats targeting enterprise identity systems. The review also addresses performance optimisation techniques, scalability planning, and operational best practices that underpin successful deployment in organisations of varying sizes and sectors. By consolidating insights from peer-reviewed sources, industry reports, and empirical studies, this paper offers a holistic perspective on how centralised directory service technologies continue to shape the governance, efficiency, and resilience of enterprise network ecosystems in the contemporary digital era.},
      keywords = {Directory Services; Enterprise Network Management; Identity and Access Management; Group Policy; Centralised Authentication; Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure},
      month = {October},
      doi = {https://doi.org/10.64388/IREV3I4-1717206}
  }