Distributed retrieval of management information: is it about mobility, locality or distribution?

In this paper we present results from an experimental study addressing the use of mobile agents in the retrieval of management information. We compare several agent-based models for distributed collection and processing of management data, focusing on performance but also considering network traffic...

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Main Authors: Simoes, P., Rodrigues, J., Silva, L., Boavida, F.
Format: Conference Proceeding
Language:English
Subjects:
Applied sciences
Computer network management
Costs
Distributed computing
Exact sciences and technology
Information management
Information retrieval
Mobile agents
Monitoring
System performance
Telecommunication traffic
Telecommunications
Telecommunications and information theory
Teleprocessing networks. Isdn
Traffic control
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Summary:In this paper we present results from an experimental study addressing the use of mobile agents in the retrieval of management information. We compare several agent-based models for distributed collection and processing of management data, focusing on performance but also considering network traffic and setup costs. This study reveals that in many situations the performance of mobile agent systems is mainly determined by distribution, rather than locality. Furthermore, it shows that despite its importance in the flexibility and adaptability of the management system, agent mobility does not increase the system performance.
DOI:10.1109/NOMS.2002.1015549