On Thu, 23 Nov 1995, Hans-Werner Braun wrote:
In a computer network we *do* have the technology to do such things, you know. It requires willingness to do it more than it needs technology at this point of time.
I think the response being generated (if nowhere else) on this list shows that there IS a willingness to implement such a system. The "best" design for a global trouble database is unclear at best; a lot of issues re: data collection, information distribution, etc. will have to be resolved. I, for one, am willing to devote whatever time and computing resources are required of me to support a project like this, and I think most other providers share my position. Being better informed is an advantage to everyone. // Matt Zimmerman Chief of System Management NetRail, Inc. // Work..........mdz@netrail.net | Play...gemini@alcor.netrail.net // (703) 524-4800 [voice] (703) 524-4802 [data] (703) 534-5033 [fax]