Re: very long log in time

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From: Frank Grewe
Date: Mon, 02 Mar 1992 16:20

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We've experienced it as well and have PSR'd the problem.

There are several things we've found:

-- Position in /etc/passwd does make a difference.

-- If you're using /etc/shadow, you'll:
    - Find FTP to have unbelievably long pauses during login (4-6 mins).
    - Ditto with the POP mail server.
    - "xdap" won't work.

-- Trying to use NIS with /etc/shadow:
    - "Sort of" works, but is not supported by CDC.
    - POP mail server fails.
    - REXECD fails.

So far, the only workarounds we've found are:
    - Don't use /etc/shadow, response varies depending on /etc/passwd position.
    - Above and use NIS, response is fast.

I believe the dismally poor response found when using /etc/shadow is a
critical PSR.  Further, I believe CDC must provide an alternative to NIS for
random access to /etc/passwd that includes support for /etc/shadow.

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