A directory service defines a namespace for the network. The namespace is used to assign a name (unique identifier) to each of the objects. Directories typically have a set of rules determining how network resources are named and identified, which usually includes a requirement that the identifiers be unique and unambiguous.
The Houston Oilers moved to Tennessee and became the Tennessee Oilers for the 1997 season. The team changed their name from Oilers to Titans in 1999. 1 person found this useful.
PRO FOOTBALL;N.F.L. Owners Approve Move To Nashville By the Oilers. The pro football landscape changed again today when the 30 National Football League owners approved the Houston Oilers' move to Nashville by a vote of 23 to 6, with one abstention; 23 votes were needed for approval.