Use of Virtual Machines in the Development of Decision Support Systems.

Abstract

This effort is composed of several studies that have been conducted to investigate the development of a software programming environment for decision support systems using virtual machine technology as an integrating tool. The final report combines the efforts of Reports 1-5 and highlights the merits of virtual machine technology as a software engineering tool. Report 1 examines various strategies for interfacing virtual machines. Report 2 examines these strategies and utilizes the CIS System to demonstrate their applicability. Report 3 highlights the components of a Composite Information System (CIS). This system demonstrates multiple access to incompatible data bases using virtual machines. Report 4 utilizes the CIS system to demonstrate potential for enhancing decision-making in critical areas of SPO management. Finally, Report 5 develops the framework for a Composite Data System (COMPDATA). This system studies the interface problems of coordinating multiple-user access to multiple incompatible data base systems. (Author)

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jul 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA073748

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  • Chat-yu Lam
  • John J. Donovan
  • Stuart E. Madnick
  • Tarek K. Abdel-hamid

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