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Samba Web Admin (SWAT)
The Samba Web Administration Tool (SWAT) is a web-based graphical interface designed to simplify the configuration and management of Samba servers. It provides administrators with an accessible means to configure Samba shares, manage users, and adjust server settings directly from a browser, easing tasks that would otherwise require manual editing of configuration files..
SWAT, or Samba Web Administration Tool, offers a convenient web-based interface to manage Samba servers, which facilitate file and printer sharing between Unix/Linux systems and Windows clients. SWAT is typically accessed via HTTP on port 901, providing real-time graphical management and status information.
The tool allows administrators to configure key aspects of the Samba service—such as shares, security modes, user access, and networking options—without manually editing the smb.conf file. This usability benefit makes SWAT popular for simplifying setup and routine adjustments, especially in small to medium network environments or for those less familiar with Samba's configuration syntax.
However, SWAT is considered deprecated in recent Samba releases and is often disabled or unavailable by default due to security concerns. Many distributions recommend alternative configuration methods or tools, emphasizing direct editing of configuration files or using other graphical administration frameworks.