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Mac OS X Server is built on Darwin, which has an open source core. Mac OS X Server provides high-performance networking and supports multiple file systems, BSD symmetric multiprocessing, and 64-bit applications. Server administrators benefit from tools that simplify service setup and management. Developers can use WebObjects to create and deploy web and Java applications.

A guided introduction to developing for Mac OS X Server.   Essential information for working with Mac OS X Server.   API references organized by framework.
Mac OS X Server Topics
Object-oriented APIs for developing full-featured server-related applications.   Information and authentication services needed by servers and clients.   Support for computationally intensive activities.

Technologies for working with web content, web services, and database-driven websites.   Protocols and services that support networking for server-related products.   Resources for measuring, evaluating, and improving code and system performance.

Authentication, authorization, and cryptographic services for server applications.   Tools and applications for Mac OS X Server deployment and administration.   Tools for server product developers and server administrators.