ABSTRACT

The definition of network management has different description, based on different points of view. Normally, network management is defined as the execution of the set of functions required for controlling, planning, allocating, deploying, coordinating, and monitoring the resources of a telecommunications network or a computer network, including performing functions such as initial network planning, frequency allocation, predetermined traffic routing to support load balancing, cryptographic key distribution authorization, configuration management, fault management, security management, performance management, and accounting management. Generally, network management does not include user terminal equipment.