[comp.sys.ibm.pc] Testing Local Area Networks

erhoogerbeet@watmath.UUCP (05/28/87)

I am doing a research project on a certain LAN here in Waterloo,
but there is only one other network locally to compare with. 

I am looking for information on PC networks. For example
Novell or PC-Network, or even "home made" ones would be helpful.
Which ppl have access to what networks? If there is enough response,
I will post a Turbo Pascal source for a benchmark program.
(Does anyone have any benchmarks or at least important tips on
what to test?)

What I would need is info on 
Basic set-up the the lab
  - how many workstations?
  - what type of workstations (pc/xt/at)?
  - what type of file server?
  - which version of DOS you are running?
  - how are the workstations connected?
  - how does it operate?
Opinions
  - what is the network used for?
  - do you like it?
  - any other information?

Thanks in advance for any info you can provide, but please mail
me instead of posting.


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