Operating Systems - General & Miscellaneous, General & Miscellaneous Networking & Telecommunications

Network Operating Systems

Name: Network Operating Systems
Author: Hunter
ISBN: 9780201627664

by Hunter

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It is critical that you are informed and make the right choices when it comes to Network Operating Systems (NOSs): the success and efficiency of your network depends on it. Written in an understandable and non-technical style, this book will help you avoid potential pitfalls by answering the following questions for you: What is a network operating system and when do I need one? What are the main types of NOSs and how do they differ? Can I buy a cheap and cheerful NOS for small LANs? How do I choose a suitable NOS for my systems? Can I have more than one NOS running on my network? How does the NOS provide the LAN with access to other networks and computer systems? What is the role of NOS in network management? What are application programming interfaces (APIs) and how are they supported in the NOS? What is network computing and what is the role of the NOS in this? How is the NOS likely to evolve? What is client/server computing?

For users thinking about making the move to a network operating system, this book provides a quick, clear, and non-technical overview of the key issues that need to be considered when making this important decision. Organized around a practical Q&A format, the book cuts through the web of jargon that shrouds the network operating systems field.

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A jargon-free guide to selecting a network operating system (NOS), for managers in small- and medium-sized organizations. Discusses information technology issues such as security, systems management, and linking local area networks (LANs) into larger-scale enterprise networks, and compares types and brands of NOSs. Covers installation, LAN interconnection, and integrating more than one NOS. Numerous appendices cover internetworking technologies, LAN cabling structures and topologies, and disk drive technology. No bibliography. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)