Administrative software systems provide the foundation for our information systems and should have a life span of more than 20 years. This will encompass several hardware changes. Data entry and scheduling of administrative applications will be performed by the user office. The network will be split into an Administrative and an Academic network. Barriers will prevent access to administrative computers from residence halls and student labs.
Modern databases can provide item-level security to individuals for both update and inquiry.
Reliability Reliability can be enhanced by distributed computing. Loss of a distributed computer affects only users of that computer rather than all users. Began development in June 1992. System implemented in June 1993. Software and hardware purchased in June 1993.