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Distribution Protocols

In a distributed directory, the DSAs use the X.500 Directory Systems Protocol (DSP) to cooperate to resolve queries on any area of the namespace.

CA Directory fully supports the X.500 directory systems protocol, including the following:

Chaining

Performing queries through other DSAs.

Multichaining

Performing distributed searches across many DSAs.

Referrals

Informing clients where to find information.