Processing power distributed out into the enterprise rather than being centrally controlled. The user will experience the network as a single system. Client and server functions integrated and accessible. Requires application programs be written as two or more separate software components that run on different machines but appear unified. A specific server can be bogged down with too many users.
Powerful microcomputers are difficult to coordinate and administer on a network.
Business Drivers of Enterprise Networking - Reasons to adopt enterprise networking. The need to reduce costs. Maintain global competitiveness. Take advantage of new technologies. Desktop machines provide productivity-promoting software.