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Network Operating Systems : Tasks and Examples Instructor: Dr. Najla Al-Nabhan

Networking Operating Systems (NOS)  Computers have operating system software that allows them to function. Without operating system instructions, a computer is nothing more than a box with circuits. This is the same with networks.  Without a Network Operating System, a network is nothing more than a number of computer devices connected together. In order to transmit information and communicate across a network, it is necessary to have a Network Operating System. 2

Tasks of NOS  There are several different Network Operating Systems, each with its own set of features and protocols.  In order to transmit signals across a network, it is necessary for the computer to communicate with its modem or Network Interface Card.  Network Operating Systems (NOS) provide the protocols necessary to achieve this goal, but each different type of modem or NIC needs to be able to communicate with the particular NOS. 3

Tasks of NOS  It is therefore necessary to install the special software that comes with the interface device.  This software is often referred to as a driver.  Computers made today usually come with both the interface and necessary drivers installed.  Occasionally, you must install the modem or NIC yourself. It is necessary to install the correct driver for that interface device. Failure to so install the driver means that the device will be unable to communicate over the network or with the computer it is installed in. 4

Tasks of NOS  Network Operating Systems not only allow communication across a network, they also allow a network administrator to organize resources, control access, and ensure that the network is operating efficiently. 5

Terminologies  Driver—Also referred to as a device driver. Software that allows communication between the computer and an input/output port or external device.  For example, a driver allows a network operating system to communicate with the Network Interface Card.  · Network Operating System—A combination of software programs that instruct computers and peripherals to accept requests for services  across the network and then provide those services. 6

Terminologies  ·User Account  An account used by Windows NT Server Operating Systems and other NOS's that provides access to the network. Each user on the network has his/her own unique user name.  User Manager for Domains  A Windows NT Server application program that is used to maintain individual and group user accounts. 7

Terminologies  Workgroup  Group of devices logically networked together as a single unit. This simplifies network management by segmenting and organizing users into defined groups that can be managed as one. For example, everyone in the accounting department may be considered a workgroup. One change in security for the group changes security for all users.  File Servers: Store files created by application programs.  Print Server: Accept print jobs sent by anyone across the network. 8

Types of NOSs  There are several different Network Operating Systems, each with its own set of features and protocols.  Sharing of network resources can be peer-to-peer or client/server.  Which NOS is the best is dependent on the end goal of the network. 9

Peer-to-Peer Networking  In peer-to-peer networking there is a complete sharing of resources, both hardware and software.  All systems act as both users of resources and providers of resources, but no one system is dedicated to a single function.  Peer-to-peer networks are generally best suited to small networks and usually are less expensive than client/server networks. 10

Client/Server Networks  Client/server networks dictate that systems are most often dedicated to a single function.  They are either users of network resources or providers of resources.  Client/server networks are typically more expensive and robust than peer-to-peer networks and generally support the building of larger networks.  Discussion of Internetworking Operating Systems will cover the four major systems currently in use: Windows, Novell, UNIX/LINUX, and Mac. 11

Windows for Workgroups/Windows 95  Windows for Workgroups, introduced in the early 90s  Windows 95, introduced in 1995  They are both considered peer-to-peer networking systems and do not have the capabilities of true internetworking operating systems.  They are, however, inexpensive and more than adequate for small workgroups wanting to share resources, use , and connect to the Internet. 12

Windows for Workgroups/Windows 95  Windows for Workgroups and Windows 95 both offer peer-to-peer network protocols (Windows NT will be discussed later).  The protocols used by these operating systems allow users to share files and devices over LANs.  Both offer NetBEUI: Microsoft’s small network protocol.  They also offer TCP/IP, and IPX/SPX protocols to access the network through either a dialup connection/modem, or directly through a NIC. 13

Windows 95  NetBEUI protocols, are :  not routable,  more than adequate to meet small LAN needs.  easy to use and do not require in-depth networking knowledge.   NetBEUI software identifies computer devices by name and it is certainly easier to remember that a computer’s name is Juanita or Justin than or

Windows 95  Each device name in a network must be unique.  NetBEUI software installed on each of the networked computers is all that is necessary to configure devices in order to share resources and create a network.  If a small company does want to connect to the Internet, the necessary software and protocols are available with these operating systems.  Shared resources on Windows for Workgroups/95 networks are accessed by a password that protects the resource and there is only one level of access; either you have access or you don’t have access. 15

Windows 95 Security Issues  Also user-by-user passwords are not part of the protocols unless Windows NT is present.  What this means is that anyone connected to the network who knows the password of the resource has access to that resource.  This can create security issues since there is no way to prevent a user from access once s/he knows the password. 16

Windows 95 Security Issues  As the network grows, it is usually more difficult to keep resource passwords secure.  Since there is no central control, managing these peer-to- peer networks becomes an issue when the network becomes too large. 17

Quiz  next lecture 18