Computer Network Usage -- Cost-Benefit Analysis.

Abstract

With the establishment of several computation-communication networks several questions arise as to the cost-effectiveness of a network for a particular potential user. Analysis is necessary to determine which software systems can be established and used on a network rather than the internal computer of user's organization. The timings of transitions to the network must also be found. A methodology for cost/benefit analysis is presented. For multiple systems, an extended horizon and restricted resources, an integer programming method is developed. Approximations for planning and a discussion of stability are given. A numerical example is included.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 15, 1975
Accession Number
ADA011375

Entities

People

  • Bennet P. Lientz

Organizations

  • University of California, Los Angeles

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Communication Networks
  • Computations
  • Computer Networks
  • Computer Programming
  • Computers
  • Cost Benefit Analysis
  • Cost Effectiveness
  • Costs
  • Information Systems
  • Integer Programming
  • Networks
  • Transitions

Fields of Study

  • Computer science

Readers

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  • Life Cycle Cost Analysis
  • Software Engineering.