About this tag
The ldaps tag on WindowsForum.com covers discussions about LDAP over TLS, commonly known as LDAPS, in the context of Active Directory and Windows environments. Content clarifies that LDAPS is not legacy SSL but rather LDAP secured with modern TLS, addressing common misconceptions. Topics include the use of SSL/TLS certificates, configuration in Microsoft products, and the historical naming that persists in interfaces and documentation. The tag is relevant for IT professionals managing directory services, authentication, and secure communications in Windows networks, with a focus on accurate protocol terminology and practical implications for security and compatibility.
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    Active Directory LDAPS Uses TLS, Not Legacy SSL

    LDAPS is not “an SSL” in the modern protocol sense. It is LDAP—Lightweight Directory Access Protocol—carried inside a secure TLS connection. The name LDAP over SSL and the shorthand LDAPS persist for historical and compatibility reasons, but a correctly maintained Windows environment should be...