About HP DCE/9000 Version 1.7

HP DCE Administration Tools

Then proceed as follows:

•If you know the names of the objects to manage, select the appropriate Action. You will be prompted to enter the object name or names.

•If you wish to read in names from a file, or retrieve a partial listing (such as all users in group XXX), select Options/Specify List.

3.If the retrieval of large lists degrades Account Manager performance, you may wish to assist the Account Manager by retrieving the list during an off-time using the dcecp command and saving the list to a file. This file could be generated automatically (for example, nightly by a cron job).

Here is a sample script to retrieve and sort the DCE users list:

dcecp -c "principal catalog -simplename" sort > usrlist

Once the list has been retrieved, you can read in the list to the Account Manager display from a file. In this case, you must first do step 2 above to set the Preferences dialog; if you do not set the Preferences dialog, the Account Manager will automatically begin to retrieve all objects when you navigate to an object area. Then you navigate to the object area, for example, User Management. To load the list from the local file, select Options/Specify List. In the Specify Users List dialog, select the option “From File” to read in the list.

Account Manager Limitations and Exceptions

The following are limitations and exceptions to Account Manager at HP DCE 1.6 and 1.7:

•User inputs for defining and attaching Registry Attribute types may cause improper tool operation if the inputs contain the following special characters:

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UX DCE Software specifications

HP UX DCE Software, or Hewlett-Packard UNIX Distributed Computing Environment, represents a significant tool in the realm of distributed system architecture. Designed primarily for enterprise environments, HP UX DCE enhances the reliability, scalability, and manageability of applications over diverse networked systems.

One of the main features of HP UX DCE is its ability to integrate various computing platforms, enabling seamless communication and resource sharing across distributed nodes. This facilitates the creation of complex applications that can operate on a multitude of systems, thus enhancing operational flexibility. DCE employs standardized interfaces, which means applications written for one platform can run on any other platform that supports DCE, promoting cross-platform compatibility.

In terms of technologies, HP UX DCE utilizes Remote Procedure Calls (RPC) as a core feature. This mechanism allows different applications to communicate and invoke procedures on remote systems as if they were local calls. Additionally, DCE includes a robust security model that incorporates Kerberos for authentication, ensuring that communication between nodes remains secure and protected against unauthorized access.

Another significant characteristic of HP UX DCE is its distributed file system, which allows for transparent file access across different machines. The DCE File System (DFS) provides a unified namespace and manages data replication and consistency across distributed storage resources. This reduces the complexity of data management and enhances data availability.

HP UX DCE also supports a variety of programming languages, making it accessible for developers accustomed to different coding environments. This versatility encourages widespread adoption and innovation, as developers can leverage existing skills to create distributed applications.

Furthermore, HP UX DCE is built for high availability, ensuring that critical applications remain responsive even in the face of hardware or network failures. Its inherent component redundancy and fault-tolerant architecture are designed to minimize downtime, which is essential for mission-critical applications in enterprise scenarios.

In conclusion, HP UX DCE Software provides a comprehensive framework for developing, deploying, and managing distributed applications. Its core features such as RPC support, a secure authentication mechanism, a robust file system, and cross-platform compatibility make it a vital resource for organizations aiming to leverage distributed computing effectively. As enterprises evolve, HP UX DCE stands out as an influential solution in the dynamic landscape of distributed environments.
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