or more than 30 years. Linus also got help from would be programmers from all over, many being hackers, to create this sophisticated operating system. Having a wide variety of help and feedback supports the integration of a system that can satisfy most users. Their own team, on the other hand, develops NT, not taking much consideration to what consumers really want to see. One could make an assumption about NOS's that through extensive research and controlled comparison, an undisputed, clear choice would emerge. But the fact is that the optimum NOS is dependent upon the particular information system. Many professionals have their strong personal opinions about their choice of NOS. Deciding which NOS is superior is not the key to making the correct decision. The most important determination will be system requirements. Analyzing current and future information system parameters and applying those parameters to the correct NOS will be the most important decision. Windows NT offers a complete and effective security system. It allows the system administrator to control the level and type of access to most all system features, while enabling Super-Users, and other user groups to have the access they need to work effectively. Full system security must be implemented and managed by the system administrator, and there is very little that happens within the Nousoft applications that relates directly to the NT security system. Nousoft applications do implement security features which are required within applications, such as hidden passwords, logoff controls, etc. Every measure has been taken within the Nousoft applications to protect the system from the rogue user, and by implementing the full features of Windows NT security, system administrators should be able to completely protect applications running on workstations in public places.The primary exposure is at workstations running in uncontrolled areas, such as Reserve Book Rooms, and ...