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Which LDAP object class is used in a white pages implementation?

The correct answer is D. inetOrgPerson. The inetOrgPerson LDAP object class is commonly used in white pages implementations because it provides a comprehensive set of attributes for representing individuals.

Submitted by carlos_mx· Apr 18, 2026User and Group Management

Question

Which LDAP object class is used in a white pages implementation?

Options

  • AfriendlyPerson
  • BorganizationalRole
  • CposixAccount
  • DinetOrgPerson
  • EwhitepageUser

How the community answered

(38 responses)
  • B
    5% (2)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    92% (35)

Why each option

The `inetOrgPerson` LDAP object class is commonly used in white pages implementations because it provides a comprehensive set of attributes for representing individuals.

AfriendlyPerson

`friendlyPerson` is not a standard or commonly used LDAP object class for white pages implementations.

BorganizationalRole

`organizationalRole` is used to represent a role within an organization, not a general person entry in a white pages directory.

CposixAccount

`posixAccount` is used to represent Unix-like user accounts, primarily for system login and group membership, not for general contact information in a white pages.

DinetOrgPersonCorrect

The `inetOrgPerson` object class is specifically designed to represent people with attributes suitable for internet-style directories, including contact information like email, phone, and address, making it ideal for a white pages implementation.

EwhitepageUser

`whitepageUser` is not a standard LDAP object class defined in common schemas.

Concept tested: LDAP object classes for user representation

Source: https://www.openldap.org/doc/admin24/schema.html

Topics

#LDAP#Object Class#Directory Services#User Management

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