Title :
Managing networks through a virtual world
Author :
Crutcher, Laurence A. ; Lazar, Aurel A. ; Feiner, Steven K. ; Zhou, Michelle X.
Author_Institution :
Teknekron Software Systems, USA
Abstract :
As network services become more sophisticated to handle multimedia exchange, demands for real-time network control are increasing. With 2D workstations, managers can observe network activities only at a distance. Direct observation requires a 3D interface combined with a structured control architecture
Keywords :
computer network management; multimedia systems; 2D workstations; 3D interface; multimedia exchange; network activities; networks management; real-time network control; structured control architecture; virtual world; Computer network management; Control system synthesis; Control systems; Controllability; Graphics; Observability; Protocols; Switches; User interfaces; Workstations;
Journal_Title :
Parallel & Distributed Technology: Systems & Applications, IEEE
