Managing local area networks

Coffield, David and Hutchison, David (1985) Managing local area networks. Computer Communications, 8 (5). pp. 240-246. ISSN 0140-3664

Abstract

This paper considers the need to provide some form of local area network management. Although Ethernet systems form the main example, the requirements are the same, in general, for other local networks. The authors argue why network management is necessary, examine the difficulties involved, and take a look at the current standards work in the area. Finally, they discuss management of their own particular local area network environment.