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Direct linkBreeding, Marshall – Computers in Libraries, 2005
This brief article gives a description of the Open Croquet Project and its applications. The project's Web site describes Croquet as a "combination of computer software and network architecture that supports deep collaboration and resource sharing among large numbers of users within the context of a large-scale distributed information system." One…
Descriptors: Computer System Design, Computer Interfaces, Computer Software, Computer Networks
Peer reviewedBouras, C.; Ganos, P.; Karaliotas, A. – Internet Research, 2003
The current version of the IP protocol, IPv4, is the most widely used protocol in computer networks. This article describes mechanisms that can be used to facilitate the transition to the new version of the IP protocol, IPv6, and examines usability, usefulness and manageability. Describes how some of these mechanisms were applied to the Greek…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Design Requirements, Information Networks
Peer reviewedDenenberg, Ray – Library Hi Tech, 1990
Describes the layered model of Open Systems Interconnection (OSI); summarizes the three upper and lower layers; and discusses data communications standards associated with specific layers. Architectural concepts are explored, including hierarchy and abstraction, levels of dialogue, internetworking, and end-to-end communication. OSI is compared…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Information Networks, Information Systems
Learn, Larry L., Ed. – Library Hi Tech News, 1995
Examines potential solutions to the problem of personal computer cabling and configuration and serial port performance, namely "FireWire" (P1394) and "Universal Serial Bus" (USB). Discusses interface design, technical capabilities, user friendliness, compatibility, costs, and future perspectives. (AEF)
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Costs, Futures (of Society)
Download full textDepartment of Energy, Washington, DC. Office of Energy Research. – 1991
This report, profusely illustrated with color photographs and other graphics, elaborates on the Department of Energy (DOE) research program in High Performance Computing and Communications (HPCC). The DOE is one of seven agency programs within the Federal Research and Development Program working on HPCC. The DOE HPCC program emphasizes research in…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Computer Software
Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Science, Space and Technology. – 1991
The report of these two hearings on high definition information systems begins by noting that they are digital, and that they are likely to handle computing, telecommunications, home security, computer imaging, storage, fiber optics networks, multi-dimensional libraries, and many other local, national, and international systems. (It is noted that…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer Science, Computer System Design, Digital Computers
Peer reviewedPlanka, Daniela – Library Hi Tech, 1990
Explains how the Directory Service (CCITT X.500/ISO 9594) became an international standard in response to the difficulties of keeping data on information network users current and accessible. Uses of X.500 are described, a technical overview is provided, its functions and protocols are assessed, and directory projects and products are discussed.…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Directories, Information Networks
Peer reviewedHarris, Ethan – Library Hi Tech, 1990
Management of heterogeneous networks is complicated by the persistence of proprietary management schemes. The need for integration of network management capabilities is pressing. The International Organization for Standardization is developing standards for managing networks as part of the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) effort. OSI management…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Information Networks, Information Systems
Peer reviewedMetka, Tonia – Library Hi Tech, 1990
Reviews some of the projects and organizations concerned with promoting conformance and interoperability testing of Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) products and describes OSI products available from computer manufacturers and vendors. A list of references includes 57 articles that mention specific vendors and 11 general articles about OSI…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Information Networks, Information Systems
Peer reviewedDavison, Wayne – Library Hi Tech, 1990
Discusses how various Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) application layer protocols can be used together, along with the Presentation and Session protocols, to support the interconnection requirements of applications. Application layer protocol standards that are currently available or under development are reviewed, and the File, Transfer,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Information Networks, Information Systems
Peer reviewedFincher, Judith A. – Library Hi Tech, 1990
The edi conceptual model is being developed to define common structures, services, and processes that syntax-specific standards like X12 and EDIFACT could adopt. Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) is of interest to edi because of its potential to help enable global interoperability across Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) functional groups. A…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Information Networks, Information Systems
Peer reviewedMills, Kevin L. – Library Hi Tech, 1990
Describes the emergence of Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) as it relates to the U.S. Government Open Systems Interconnection Profile (GOSIP); defines GOSIP; and speculates about its future. Challenges facing GOSIP that are related to test policies and procedures, strategic and tactical planning, additional functionality, and international…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Information Networks, Information Systems
Peer reviewedLynch, Clifford A. – Journal of the American Society for Information Science, 1991
Explains the technologies of electronic imaging as background for other articles in this section, focusing on technologies seen by the developer or user of electronic imaging applications. Topics discussed include image acquisition, storage, retrieval, compression, transmission, display, manipulation, and printing; standards and architectural…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Information Retrieval, Information Science
Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Science, Space and Technology. – 1994
This hearing explores how the High Performance Computing and Communications Program (HPCC) relates to the technology needs of industry. Testimony and prepared statements from the following witnesses on future effects of computing and networking technologies on their companies are included: (1) F. Brett Berlin, president, Brett Berlin Associates,…
Descriptors: Computer Networks, Computer System Design, Federal Legislation, Futures (of Society)
Congress of the U.S., Washington, DC. House Committee on Science, Space and Technology. – 1993
The objectives of this Congressional hearing on high definition information systems were: (1) to receive testimony on standards for systems that permit interoperability between the computer, communications, and broadcasting industries; (2) to examine the implications of the Grand Alliance, an agreement by high definition television (HDTV)…
Descriptors: Broadcast Industry, Competition, Computer Networks, Computer System Design
