Access control systems: from host-centric to network-centric computing.

From: IBM Systems Journal | Date: March 1, 1996| Author: Benantar, M.; Guski, R.; Troidle, K.M. | Copyright information

The IBM Multiple Virtual Storage (MVS) operating system was used to show the implementation of principles expressed in theoretical models of computer access control systems. The discussion includes the roots of user authentication and access control on MVS, security and auditing features unique to the host-centric computing model, and the use of existing technologies to solve security problems associated with the newer networking computing models. The environment resulting from the interopera...

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