(Distributed file system (DFS) foundation distributed file system overview DFS is a service that allows system administrators to organize distributed network shared resources into a logical namespace, so that users can access files without specifying the physical location of files and providing the load of network shares. Using DFS, you can create a directory tree that contains multiple file servers and file shares within a group, Department, or enterprise. This makes it easy for users to find files or folders distributed across the network. DFS shares can also be published as volume objects in AD. 1.?? Situations using DFS (1)?? You expect to add file servers or modify file locations. (2)?? Users accessing the target are distributed in multiple locations or sites of a site. (3)?? Most users need access to multiple targets. (4)?? Users need continuous access to the target. (5)?? By redistributing the targets, you can improve the load balance of the server. (6)?? Your organization has websites for internal or external use.)