Autonomic Computing

Introduction

So far, we have discussed the overall picture of autonomic computing and its component parts. In this chapter, we will define how autonomic computing systems might be built, and the architectures needed for implementation and success. While at this time the detailed autonomic architecture are still evolving and under development, we can still review the necessary elements and describe a framework of the most important aspects of the architecture.

Specifically, an IT architecture defines the components, or building blocks, that make up the overall information system. It provides an environment from which products can be procured and systems developed that will work together to implement the overall systems for today's corporations. ...