Symposium Track Hightlights
---------------------------
Our four-day symposium features 600+ sessions covering virtually every area of 
computing, peer-to-peer interaction, and direct contact with industry experts 
and product developers. All designed to help you achieve success in 
multivendor, multiplatform computing.

Plan your participation around topics including:

APPLICATION DEVELOPMENT
=======================

Increasingly large I/S systems are being developed using 4GL and visual 
programming tools, while the software industry moves from C to C++ as the 
language of choice. This track addresses the issues in developing quality 
systems for increasingly complex environments. It also covers issues of 
tool selection and organizing the development activity.

Repository and Code Re-use
--------------------------
Discover the world of sharing code and objects across platforms and 
environments while gaining an understanding of the organizational 
barriers to re-using code.

Adopting Object Oriented Tools
------------------------------
Object-Oriented is a term that covers a whole range of technologies and 
requires new skills from developers.  Learn how to be more productive and 
quicker with these tools. 

High Quality Application Development
------------------------------------
Sessions address how to meet the demand for reliable systems even in complex 
client/server environments. 

Porting Legacy Systems 
----------------------
Gain information on the technical issues in systems migration.

Application Development Roadmap
-------------------------------
Monday P.M.		Developing for Multiplatform Systems
Tuesday A.M.		CORBA and ObjectBroker Manager
Tuesday P.M.		Quality and Testing Strategies
Wednesday A.M.		Dictionary and Respository and Code Re-Use
Wednesday P.M.		Porting Legacy Systems


AVANT-GARDE
===========

This track addresses delivering and supporting new technologies such as 
imaging, groupware, workflow systems, multimedia, and compound document 
architecture that have moved from the research lab into specialized product 
niches.

Groupware and E-Mail
--------------------
Groupware and workflow systems are providing a new model for application 
design. Flexibility and rapid growth pose a management challenge. 
Creating enterprise E-Mail services is a core technology for adopting 
this model. 

Managing the Data Explosion
---------------------------
We are in the midst of a data explosion. Traditional tools for filtering 
and indexing data are inadequate. Learn about the application of new data 
management techniques that are making their way into the marketplace. 

LinkWorks Spotlight - NEW  
-------------------------
Learn what you need to know about LinkWorks, Digital's new groupware product. 
Designed for current uses of the product, these sessions also provide an 
opportunity for others to become familiar with LinkWorks and compare it 
with other groupware products.

Avant-Garde Roadmap
-------------------
Monday P.M.		Strategies for Enterprise E-Mail
Tuesday A.M.		Groupware Directions
Tuesday P.M.		Compound Documents and Multimedia
Wednesday A.M.		Managing the Data Explosion
			LinkWorks Spotlight
Wednesday P.M.		LinkWorks Spotlight
Thursday A.M.		Technology Futures

CLIENT/SERVER
=============

Adopting client/server is a serious commitment. Success depends upon 
understanding key standards and the interaction of complex technologies from 
different vendors running on a mix of platforms. The client/server session 
tracks focus on strategies and solutions, and show how individual products 
fit into the larger picture.

Client/Server Strategies and Technologies
-----------------------------------------
Explores the key technologies for building multivendor, multiplatform 
client/server applications. Look at strategies for managing legacy 
systems and opportunities to reduce the costs of moving to client/server.

Design and Implementation of Client/Server Solutions
----------------------------------------------------
Sessions cover systems management and performance issues for client/server 
systems. Partitioning of functions and the simulation of client/server 
designs are addressed.

Digital's Client/Server Strategy
--------------------------------
Digital's announced strategy is client/server computing. Learn about the 
key products in this strategy including Forte, DECADMIRE,and RTR.

Application Development Roadmap
-------------------------------
Monday P.M.		System Management
Tuesday A.M.		Preserving the Investment in Existing Systems
			Robust Client/Server
Tuesday P.M.		Asset Management
			Structuring Client/Server Applications
Wednesday A.M.		Digital Tools for Client/Server
Wednesday P.M.		Digital Tools for Client/Server

INTERNET
========

An introduction to Internet for users and service providers. Sessions are of 
interest to those who want to get the most from their time on the net and for 
those who want to offer services.

Making the Connection
---------------------
Accessing the net. Learn about gateways, asynchronous communications, 
and an introduction to Internet terms and concepts.

Supporting the Connection
-------------------------
Topics include hardware and software to support Internet access and services 
on UNIX, OpenVMS, and PCs.

Using the Connection
--------------------
Utilize and understand tools such as Gopher, FTP, TELNET, USENET, and 
World-Wide Web. 

Managing the Connection
-----------------------
Learn how to become a resource on the Internet. 

Exploiting the Connection
-------------------------
Focus on using the net to support your business activities. Integrating 
the Internet with enterprise networks. 

Internet Roadmap
----------------
Tuesday A.M.		Making the Connection
Tuesday P.M.		Supporting the Connection
Wednesday A.M.		Using the Connection
Wednesday P.M.		Managing the Connection
Thursday A.M.		Exploiting the Connection

NETWORKS
========

Networks past, present and future - gain access to knowledge of older 
systems, news and tips on the latest releases, for those on the leading 
edge, directions and strategies for the future.

Network Fundamentals
--------------------
An introduction to networks and LANs. Learn the terminology and concepts. 
Understand the role of bridges, routers and hubs.

High Speed Networks
-------------------
Understand designing high-speed networks with ATM and 
FDDI. Compare standards and review of current products and options.

Large-Scale Networks
--------------------
Learn about the organization of very large networks using Global Naming 
with X.400 and X.500 directory.

Networks Operations: Hints and Kinks
------------------------------------
Understand the art of network management from experienced practitioners. 
Sessions cover DECnet Phase 4, DECNet OSI, and migrating between the two 
as well as other network architectures.

Linkages
--------
Presenting cabling and "wireless" options for making the connection. 
Cabling options for LANs and wide area networks including packet radio 
and cellular connections, fiber optics, coax, and twisted pair.

Networks Roadmap
----------------
Monday P.M.		Networks Operations Hints and Kinks
Tuesday A.M.		Networks Operations Hints and Kinks
Tuesday P.M.		Building and Operating Large-Scale Networks
Wednesday A.M.		Network Management
			Remote and Mobile Access
Wednesday P.M.		TCP/IP Developments
			Network Configuration
Thursday A.M.		High-Speed Networks
Thursday P.M.		High-Speed Networks

NETWORK OPERATING SYSTEMS
=========================

Investigate the PC LANs common in the Digital world: PATHWORKS, NetWare, and 
NT advanced server. DECUS has increased its coverage on NOS, the fastest 
growing area in networks.

Fundamentals of NOS
-------------------
An introduction to the design and operation of PATHWORKS and NetWare 
operating systems.

PATHWORKS Spotlight
-------------------
Sessions cover advanced topics in configuring, managing, and troubleshooting 
for all versions and implementations of PATHWORKS networks. 

Netware Spotlight - NEW 
-----------------------
An expanded program on Netware for network administrators. Includes 
configuring NetWare on Alpha AXP platforms and linking NetWare to other 
environments.

Network Operating Systems Roadmap
---------------------------------
Tuesday A.M.		PATHWORKS Fundamentals
Tuesday P.M.		NetWare Fundamentals
Wednesday A.M.		PATHWORKS Spotlight
Wednesday P.M.		PATHWORKS Spotlight
Thursday A.M.		PATHWORKS Spotlight
Thursday P.M.		PATHWORKS Spotlight

OPENVMS
=======

Digital's flagship operating system continues to evolve. Stay up-to-date 
with the latest products and releases. Get expert help in troubleshooting your 
problems. Learn techniques for managing and tuning your OpenVMS system.
This is the most comprehensive technical update available anywhere.

OpenVMS VAX to AXP Migration
----------------------------
Understanding the issues facing developers and system managers in moving 
to the Alpha AXP platform.

OpenVMS VMScluster, Posix, DCE
------------------------------
Explore the unique capabilities of OpenVMS systems teamed via Digital's
leadership clustering technology, and the abilities of OpenVMS systems
to interoperate in an open systems environment.

OpenVMS Novice Use and Management
---------------------------------
An opportunity for the new VMS user or system manager to learn the tools
and techniques that enable you to perform work quickly and effectively.

OpenVMS System Management and Tuning
------------------------------------
These sessions allow experienced system managers to add to their knowledge
with in-depth looks at OpenVMS system performance management facilities,
procedures, and techniques.

OpenVMS Internals and Advanced Programming
------------------------------------------
Learn about the design of the operating system and data structures that
enable the advanced programmer to utilize the full capabilities of OpenVMS,
including the design of systems level applications such as device drivers.

OpenVMS Roadmap
---------------
Monday A.M.		OpenVMS News and Update
Monday P.M.		OpenVMS VAX to AXP Migration
Tuesday A.M.		OpenVMS Novice Use and Management
Tuesday P.M.		OpenVMS VMSclusters, Posix, DCE
Wednesday A.M.		OpenVMS System Management and Tuning
Wednesday P.M.		OpenVMS Internals and Advanced Tuning
Thursday A.M.		OpenVMS Programming and Management
Thursday P.M.		OpenVMS Programming and Management

UNIX, ULTRIX  and OSF/1
=======================

A wide range of UNIX areas are explored benefiting novices to seasoned 
professionals. With concentration on OSF/1, sessions also cover the myriad 
versions of UNIX available today.

Introduction to UNIX 
--------------------
For those new to UNIX - discover the basics of the UNIX family of operating 
systems and the key commands and utilities.

UNIX for Masters
----------------
Advanced topics in OSF/1 and ULTRIX system management. Presentations, work 
groups, and panels by and for serious hackers and experienced systems 
managers. Few acronyms are explained.

OSF/1 Developers Conference - NEW  
---------------------------------
An extended program for developers of Digital's OSF/1 platform. 
Presentations by Digital's engineers and experienced developers explain 
how to get the most out of this rich environment.

OSF/1 for OpenVMS System Managers
---------------------------------
This track provides the information an OpenVMS system manager needs to 
take on the management of OSF/1 systems.

UNIX, ULTRIX and OSF/1 Roadmap
------------------------------
Monday P.M.		OSF/1 Update
Tuesday A.M.		UNIX for Masters
Tuesday P.M.		UNIX for Masters
Wednesday A.M.		OSF/1 Developers' Conference
Wednesday P.M.		OSF/1 Developers' Conference
Thursday A.M.		OSF/1 Developers' Conference
Thursday P.M.		OSF/1 Developers' Conference

WINDOWS AND NT
==============

Windows is the most important desktop environment for implementing 
client/server computing. Sharpen your skills in sessions that go beyond 
personal productivity tools and help you support your organization.

NT Conference
-------------
Get the latest news on this important operating system.  Whether you are
tire-kicking or developing for NT, take this opportunity to listen and 
talk with expert users and engineers from Digital and Microsoft.

The Windows 3.1 Family
----------------------
Learn about using Windows 3.1 and Windows for Workgroups for distributed
computing and production systems.  Explore the OLE.2 and ODBC standards
and the use of Visual Basic and Visual C++ as development tools.

Windows and NT Roadmap
----------------------
Monday P.M.		Visual Basic and Visual C++
Tuesday A.M.		ODBC and Windows Databases
Tuesday P.M.		NT Conference
Wednesday A.M.		NT Conference
Wednesday P.M.		NT Conference

ALSO FEATURING:
==============

PRODUCT NEWS AND UPDATES
------------------------
Throughout the week Digital and other companies discuss the latest releases 
of hardware, operating systems, development tools and utilities, and provide 
analysis of product strategy and use. Sessions include:

Client/Server and Information Management Tools
----------------------------------------------
Sessions cover the full range of Digital's information management tools - 
such as DECforms, DATATRIEVE, FOCUS, and ACMS. Other environments 
covered include Oracle, Powerhouse, Sapiens and Cognos.

Digital Systems
---------------
Hear details on the latest versions of Digital's Alpha AXP, 
VAX and Intel platforms. Configuration options and benchmarks are discussed. 
Sessions also cover detailed discussion of the PCI bus architecture

Network Hardware/Software
-------------------------
Learn details of the latest products from Digital's Networks group and
from leading third parties. Digital's software products include 
PATHWORKS, DECnet OSI, Netview, and TCP/IP Services.

Storage and Peripherals
-----------------------
Hear updates on the latest release of the StorageWorks product range 
and details of the PCMCIA standard.

Languages and Tools
-------------------
Compilers, editors, COHESION, NAS, CDD, CDD/Repository.

DBMS Systems
------------
Rdb, DBMS, and DEC Object/DB


AND MUCH MORE...
----------------
Sessions will also cover a variety of other topics important to you today 
including Technology in Education, Security, Advocacy, Business Practices, 
Real-Time Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Motif, Data Design, Desktop 
Publishing, Multimedia, Disaster Recovery, and a variety of the traditional 
and beneficial sessions you've come to expect from DECUS symposia.

NEW FORMAT
----------
The new attendee-focused format of DECUS '94/New Orleans provides a 
number of opportunities for attendees to take part in informal discussions 
with product developers, engineers, and their peers. Take part in hands-on 
demonstrations, interactive clinics, workgroups and campground activities. 
Look for more details on these programs on site.

