IBM's Token-Ring LAN (Local-Area Network) -- A Base-Level Communications Solution

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Abstract:

This document reviews the computer revolution and information explosion within the Air Force and their part in increased data communications requirements. It investigates the local-area network topologies for capabilities and characteristics that are advantageous in a CONUS, non-secure, base-level configuration. Focused upon are the bus and ring topologies. Then a closer examination is made of a hybrid star-ring local area network LAN utilizing a token-access control mechanism. This LAN, as proposed by IBM, is seen to have superior maintainability, reliability, and flexibility.

Author(s):
Wells, J. D.
Author Organization(s):
AIR COMMAND AND STAFF COLL MAXWELL AFB AL
Descriptive Note:
Student rept.
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA143446
Pagination:
0042

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement:
Approved For Public Release; Distribution Is Unlimited.

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ACSC-84-2765
Monitor Series:
ACSC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.1.1_Wired Transmission; JCA_6.1.3_Switching and Routing; JCA_6.1_Information Transport; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_5.2.3_Share Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_5.3.3_Develop Strategy; JCA_5.3.4_Develop Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.5_Analyze Courses of Action; JCA_5.3.1_Analyze Problem; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_4.3_Maintain; JCA_6.2.1_Information Sharing
Modernization Areas:
Microelectronics
Communities of Interest:
Energy and Power Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*COMMUNICATIONS NETWORKS, *COMPUTER COMMUNICATIONS, *INFORMATION SYSTEMS, *SYSTEMS ANALYSIS, AIR FORCE PLANNING, CONFIGURATIONS, DATA PROCESSING, INFORMATION TRANSFER, PROTOTYPES, REQUIREMENTS, TOPOLOGY
Field(s)/Group(s):
Administration and Management, Information Science
Keyword(s):
LOCAL AREA NETWORKS, CONUS
Report Date:
1984 Apr 01