Network Management & Server Management

Network Management & Server Management

1) What Is Network Management?

Network management means different things to different people. In some cases, it involves a solitary network consultant monitoring network activity with an outdated protocol analyzer. In other cases, network management involves a distributed database, auto polling of network devices, and high-end workstations generating real-time graphical views of network topology changes and traffic. In general, network management is a service that employs a variety of tools, applications, and devices to assist human network managers in monitoring and maintaining networks.

The ISO network management model's five functional areas are listed below.

    Fault Management—Detect, isolate, notify, and correct faults encountered in the network.
    Configuration Management—Configuration aspects of network devices such as configuration file management, inventory management, and software management.
    Performance Management—Monitor and measure various aspects of performance so that overall performance can be maintained at an acceptable level.
    Security Management—Provide access to network devices and corporate resources to authorized individuals.
    Accounting Management—Usage information of network resources.

Any number or combination of network management disciplines can be outsourced including:

        helpdesk and break-fix services
        fault management
        configuration management
        change management
        asset management
        performance management
        service level management


Your computers and networks need regular care to perform at their optimal level. As your IT manager, Northwest Computer Support monitors your computers and network health on a daily basis. Having this information allows us to proactively maintain your network and provide strategic guidance before trouble occurs.
2) What is Server Management? Server management is the maintenance and operation of a server. While this can mean many things, the main idea behind server management is uptime. The whole purpose of a server is to have a reliable resource for users to interact with. Management of a server can vary depending on the size of the server and its purpose.

The whole purpose of a server is to have a reliable resource for users to interact with. Management of a server can vary depending on the size of the server and its purpose. Different types of servers require different types of management plans.

Types of Server Management

        Server Monitoring
        Asset Management
        Case Management
        License Management
        Server Optimization
        Backup Monitoring