Ansible Inventory INI Format Explained | Linux & Windows Hosts
In this video, you'll learn how to create and manage Ansible inventory files using INI format — the original and most widely used format for Ansible host lists. We'll walk through the basics of defining Linux and Windows hosts, assigning variables, and using correct authentication settings.
✅ What You’ll Learn:
What is an Ansible inventory?
INI format syntax and structure
Defining groups and variables
Linux vs Windows inventory setup
Using ansible_ssh_pass (Linux) and ansible_password (Windows)
🔐 Key Tip:
For Linux hosts, use ansible_ssh_pass
For Windows hosts, use ansible_password
If you're just starting with Ansible , this tutorial is for you beginner-friendly and practical.
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