A standard way to create a directory of things, people,and services. LDAP is a simplified version of the x500 directory service. LDAP is one of those things that seems simple, but may be profoundly important. For references see LDAP references . A way of describing systems that can be taken apart or revised without damaging the entire system.
Loose coupling permits adaptation, evolution, and extension.
Current Network Computers typically run a web browser and support Java. Microsoft has been a bit less enthusiastic. The NC Reference Profile provides more detail. Despite the Microsoft vs. The World conflict, a Network Computer could in fact use Windows NT as its operating system, though it would not run Windows software other than a web browser. Perl A programming language that is exceptionally good at parsing and managing strings and streams.