The Performance and Compatibility of Thin Client Computing with Fleet Operations

Abstract

This research will explore the feasibility of replacing traditional networked desktop personal computers (PC) with a thin client/server-based computing (TCSBC) architecture. After becoming nearly extinct in the early 1990s, thin clients are emerging on the forefront of technology with numerous bandwidth improvements and cost reduction benefits. The results show that TCSBC could provide a practical and financially sound solution in meeting the Navy s need to reduce costs and propagate the latest technology to all personnel. This solution may not meet the requirements of all naval commands. A thorough performance analysis should be conducted of the applications employed and the overall expenditures prior to implementation.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 01, 2006
Accession Number
ADA457531

Entities

People

  • Kenneth J. Landry

Organizations

  • Naval Postgraduate School

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Communities of Interest

  • Cyber
  • Energy and Power Technologies
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Computer Networks
  • Computer Program Documentation
  • Computers
  • Cost Reductions
  • Data Storage Systems
  • Energy Consumption
  • Information Systems
  • Internet
  • Mainframe Computers
  • Network Computing
  • Network Protocols
  • Operating Systems
  • Spreadsheet Software
  • Students
  • Warfare
  • Web Browsers

Fields of Study

  • Business

Readers

  • Computer Networking
  • Surface Coatings Technology.
  • Systems Analysis and Design