The FRAD interfaces the LAN protocol to frame relay protocols. Alternatively, use a router having frame relay software and the capability to interface with both IEEE 802.3 ethernet and the chosen digital access line, especially if routing functions are necessary in addition to the frame relay service. Be sure to follow the frame relay service provider's recommendation for which FRAD or router to utilize. In most cases, the service provider will lease and manage these devices as part of the service. Network Management Network management is an important element of client-server systems because of the greater emphasis of the LANs and WANs.
Network management is a very broad term.
Agents are software modules that reside in network elements. They collect and store management information such as the number of error packets received by a network element. A MIB is a collection of managed objects residing in a virtual information store. An NMS executes management applications that monitor and control network elements. As a result, organizations should utilize network components that implement the SNMP protocol.