Role of LAN in oceanographic information management

Abstract

A powerful and efficient computer system is needed for rapid exchange of data and information from scientists of different divisions to accelerate information management activities of Indian National Oceanographic Data Centre (INODC) of National Institute of Oceanography (NIO). In this respect, how significantly the Local Area Networking (LAN) can play a role in oceanographic information management is explained and dealt with in this communication. Scope of this paper is limited to an overview of (1) LAN and its capabilities, (2) information processing infrastructure at NIO, (3) functioning of INODC and (4) suitability of LAN in increasing efficiency in oceanographic information management. It has been concluded that, LAN can play a very significant role in oceanographic information processing and management activities of NIO.