Network computing

Authors:
M. C. Revett;M. D T Knul;L. Stephens
Affiliations:
BT Laboratories, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk, England IP 5 3RE;BT Laboratories, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk, England IP 5 3RE;BT Laboratories, Martlesham Heath, Ipswich, Suffolk, England IP 5 3RE
Venue:
BT Technology Journal
Year:
1997

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Abstract

Network computing represents a new computing paradigm in which all information, data and software applications reside on a network and are accessed on demand by users. This approach to computing offers the potential for users to access ‘everything‘ from ‘anywhere‘, removing the constraints of localised storage of information and applications, and, based on evolving standards, allowing access from a range of ‘information appliances‘. This paper introduces the basic ideas behind network computing, and examines a range of forms it could take. It describes the current status of commercial network computing approaches, with particular emphasis on the use of the Java language, and examines the associated benefits and technical issues. A prototype BT system, developed using Java client software and CORBA-based middleware, is described.