Read-Only Domain Controllers Application Compatibility Guide

Applies To: Windows Server 2008

A read-only domain controller (RODC) is a new type of domain controller in the Windows Server 2008 operating system. An RODC hosts a read-only Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) database. With an RODC, organizations can easily deploy a domain controller in locations where physical security cannot be guaranteed.

This document provides detailed information about application compatibility with RODCs.

Applications That Are Known to Work with RODCs

Application Compatibility with RODCs

Testing Application Compatibility with RODCs

Developer Guidance for Resolving Compatibility Problems Between Your Applications and an RODC