The book "Practical Spring LDAP Using Enterprise Java-Based LDAP in Spring Data and Spring Framework 6 Second Edition" provides a comprehensive guide to implementing Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP) solutions using Spring Data and Spring Framework 6. The book covers the latest features and improvements of LDAP, including its role in enterprise environments, and how it can be used to improve the efficiency and security of applications. The book begins by introducing the concept of LDAP and its importance in today's technology landscape. It explains how LDAP has evolved over time and how it has become an essential tool for organizations to manage their digital assets. The authors then delve into the technical aspects of LDAP, explaining how it works and the various protocols that make up the standard. They also discuss the different types of LDAP implementations, such as open-source and commercial solutions, and their advantages and disadvantages. The book then moves on to cover the practical aspects of implementing LDAP in Spring Data and Spring Framework 6. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to set up and configure LDAP servers, as well as how to use them in conjunction with other technologies such as ApacheDS, OpenDS, and OpenLDAPI.

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