Networked Computer Systems

There is an increasing tendency for organizations of all kinds to install networked computer systems of minicomputers or PCs rather than one large mainframe computer. The advantage of networked systems is that they give a high degree of flexibility, but they can be difficult to manage and to monitor. The contributors to "Networked Computer Systems" discuss the issues involved in choosing and installing a networked system rather than one based on a mainframe. The emphasis of the book is practical and case studies are included. The information in this book should be invaluable to anyone who is considering networked computer systems, as well as to those who are already working with them. This book should also be of interest to information systems and other managers implementing or thinking of implementing networked computer systems.