| Description |
xiii, 394 pages : illustrations, map ; 23 cm |
| Series |
IEEE Press understanding science & technology series |
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IEEE Press understanding science & technology series.
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| Contents |
1. Introduction and Overview -- 2. Systems Approach to Rightsizing -- 3. Downsizing Systems -- 4. Upsizing Systems -- 5. Rightsizing Computer Hardware and Operating Systems -- 6. Rightsizing Applications Development -- 7. Rightsizing Networks -- 8. Rightsizing Systems -- A. Internet Resource Guide -- B. Rightsizing Tools Guide |
| Summary |
Technological advances and the ever-shifting demands of the global marketplace have created an environment in which computer systems become obsolete at an astonishing rate. This book presents an easy-to-read, commonsense approach for designing flexible computer systems that address future requirements. Whether your existing system is a stand-alone PC, several workstations connected to a local-area network (LAN), or a traditional monolithic mainframe. What's Size Got to Do With It? will help you determine the right-size system for your needs. This book will be of value to students, technical managers, computer-oriented engineers, and information systems professionals. Using a systems-engineering-based approach, this book provides a comprehensive overview with helpful case studies that illustrate specific applications |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 274-383) and index |
| Subject |
Computers.
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Operating systems (Computers)
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Systems engineering.
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| Author |
Ray, Gary.
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| LC no. |
97024334 |
| ISBN |
0780310969 (paperback: alk. paper) |
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