In Web-Based Management of IP Networks & Systems, the author makes an in-depth analysis of the technical advantages of using Web technologies, notably XML, in network and systems management. He describes a new management architecture, WIMA (Web-based Integrated Management Architecture), which leverages both the IETF’s

SNMP MIBs and the DMTF's CIM schemas. He challenges traditional SNMP-based management solutions and demonstrates that Web-based management is not only trendy but also makes technical sense.

Main features:

• Highlights problems associated with SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol).

• Presents and discusses engineering trade-offs.

• Proposes a new distributed management architecture (WIMA).

• Describes a research prototype (JAMAP) demonstrating the feasibility and simplicity of this architecture.

This book is a goldmine of practical hints and tips based on the author's extensive industrial experience. It is primarily aimed at engineers designing and writing management applications, administrators, and graduate students.