Model for the computer-aided-design of local computer networks
Arnold M. Peskin, Pooi‐Yuen Kam · University of North Texas Digital Library (University of North Texas) · 1980
In recognition of the undisputed trends toward distributed-processing, resource-sharing local computer networks, many computer installations and commercial enterprises are developing architectures and configurations that can serve as foundations for growth along these lines. An important subclass of local networks is the so-called back-end network. It is characterized by block-oriented traffic, data rates in the multi-megabit range, and functional roles featuring direct access to very large mass storages and interconnection of data base processors. To the extent that data set or file access has a direct effect on processing speed, a properly performing back-end network can provide considerable throughput improvement to a computing installation. 4 figures, 2 tables. (RWR)