I: Introduction
Distributed systems
Distributed systems are emerging as a result of the steep reduction in processor prices and the increased computing capability of these systems. Traditional mainframe, or centralized, approaches are being superseded by the "servers" that provide more power for less money than many traditional systems. Distributed systems can also have the connotation of "user" systems where the applications and processes are under the control of the user departments. This may or may not reflect the physical location of the servers. In many instances, the servers are centrally located, in the existing operations center, to provide consistency of services and system backups.
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