(This document describes how to compile, configure, and run openldap software to provide directory services. It contains details on how to configure and run the independent ldapdaemon, slapd (8), and how to configure and run the independent LDAP update replication daemon, slurpd (8). This document is for novice and experienced system administrators. This section provides a basic introduction to directory services, especially the directory services provided by slapd (8).)