Autofs is implemented in kernel-space, so your kernel must have support compiled in. All versions of the kernel starting from 2.2.xx supports autofs. .:: partners.skanska.com ::. .:: www.redsea.gov.eg ::.
The automount program and its configuration files are also necessary; using the rpms. The RedHat distribution has this package available as part of the installation. [Wiki: TLS] .:: telegra.ph ::. [Library: Functional programming] .:: slackcommunity.com ::. .:: telegra.ph ::.