The architecture of a novel tool for network management using GSM/GPRS mobile devices

Computer network management is a highly demanding task because network managers have to deal with urgent requests to solve network problems. Unfortunately, a network manager may be situated in a location where there is no Internet-connected computer to perform remote network management tasks. To solve this problem, the paper describes the architecture of a novel tool for network management using GSM/GPRS mobile devices. First, the paper presents some general concepts about network management and GPRS technology. Then it focuses on the description of the architecture for the development of applications for network management. The paper also describes implementation details of a network management tool, particularly the interface for mobile devices. Finally, it shows results by depicting the screens of several mobile devices which provide network management information.