A client-server approach to DCE inter-operability

Advances in distributed computing technology have lead to the development of numerous Distributed Computing Environments (DCEs). Most support a common set of services necessary for implementing distributed applications, while also featuring some unique properties or additional services which distinguish them from the rest. Each product is well suited to serve the needs of application developers within the constraints of a specific and limited problem domain; however, none can claim to be the most effective and efficient choice for all applications. The goal of this project was to investigate the feasibility of combining the attributes of multiple DCEs. This affords the application developer the choice of using the best features and services from any of the constituent DCEs. This paper describes the client-server approach that was used to accomplish this goal.