1. Background
MIT currently uses the Andrews File System (AFS) as its distributed file system for a number of services such as web hosting, Athena home directories, course lockers and software delivery. AFS provides a rich set of features including authentication, rich access control lists (ACLs), inter-domain file sharing, and native support for TSM, IS&T's backup solution. TAP reviewed our current AFS offering to determine if it is meeting the Institute's needs, and how it could be improved.
2. Findings
- Web Publishing
Web publishing has come a long way since MIT began using AFS, and users now expect a richer system, including features such as single click publishing and industry standard caching. As DLC's outgrow what AFS is able to provide, they are requesting or deploying alternative solutions. In order to minmize the proliferation of custom publishing systems, IS&T should form a group to look at these needs and determine an alternative solution that could be provided centrally.
3. Recommendation from the TAP Consultation
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DRAFT |