Mapping the Object Model to LDAP Schema

The LDAP schema defines the content and structure of the directory tree.

The schema supports:

• Scalability - easy directory distribution to many directory servers
• Stability - object deletion in the directory does not break the information model
• Manageability - tree structure allows easy access controls
• Accessibility - directory is optimized toward search performance and is easily accessible from the clients
  

  NOTE: Standardized schema elements are used as much as possible to support the above.