Local Data Communications Network for the Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center

摘要

Data Communication technology has progressed to the point that dissimilar computer systems conforming to a common communications protocol can effectively communicate with each other. Until recently this technology has been used in networks that cover a large geographic area. The requirement for local networks is currently coming into focus. Data automation support for the Wilford Hall USAF Medical Center (WHMC) will be provided by off-the-shelf systems under the Tri-Service Medical Information System (TRIMIS) program. A local network (cable bus) is one way to effectively interface these dissimilar computer systems. The MITRI Corporation is functioning as systems engineer to install a cable bus at WHMC. The need for local data communication networks is increasing, and the cable bus offers a potentially effective method to interface multiple dissimilar computers on a cost effective basis.