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Global File Cache: Prevent creation of .DS_Store files on network shares

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  • MacOS Desktop
  • Global File Cache

Description

One thing that can be problematic when working with any shared storage is the existence of .DS_Store files on the network share, since these are intended for a single workstation's use.

Enabling a policy to prevent the creation of .DS_Store files on network shares can speed up directory browsing and prevent permission errors when moving/deleting files.

 

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