RELATING ARCHITECTURE AND SPECIFICATION

Authors
TURNER KJ
Citation
Kj. Turner, RELATING ARCHITECTURE AND SPECIFICATION, Computer networks and ISDN systems, 29(4), 1997, pp. 437-456
Citations number
41
Categorie Soggetti
Computer Sciences","System Science",Telecommunications,"Engineering, Eletrical & Electronic","Computer Science Information Systems
Journal title
Computer networks and ISDN systems → ACNP
ISSN journal
01697552
Volume
29
Issue
4
Year of publication
1997
Pages
437 - 456
Database
ISI
SICI code
0169-7552(1997)29:4<437:RAAS>2.0.ZU;2-Y
Abstract
The problems of multiple specification languages for multiple architec tures are discussed. It is concluded that an architectural semantics i s of practical value in ensuring consistent and effective development of specifications. The approach is discussed in general and by example s, concentrating mainly on an architectural semantics for Open Systems Interconnection in relation to ESTELLE, LOTOS and SDL. It is shown ho w an architectural semantics can be realised using a library of specif ication templates, allowing the specifier to work at a higher, more ar chitectural level. Some LOTOS templates are discussed, mainly for Open Systems Interconnection. (C) 1997 Elsevier Science B.V.