Network and Distributed Systems Management

A complete reference on network management for network engineers, managers, lecturers and trainers. Networks and distributed computer systems are becoming critical to the functioning of many organizations. As these systems become larger and more complex the issue of how to manage them becomes more difficult. This reference book has been written by distinguished experts in the field from both industry and academia. It covers enabling technologies and developments in management standards as well as the practical aspects of management. Research developments relating to management policy, the use of domains and dynamic configuration of distributed systems are described as well as implementation concern relating to user interface design, the use of commercial databases and artificial intelligence techniques. Case studies of management systems supported by vendors or implemented in large distributed systems are used throughout this book.