Benefits Of Having An Efficient CLI Device Management Framework

Command Line Interface, often referred as CLI, is a user-friendly interface that is useful in network device management. With the help of CLI, users can easily communicate with any component in a hardware device, computer, operating system, network device, or application. It is by far the most popular management connectivity across the world. The process of developing customized CLIs for various types of devices is not only expensive, but also involves the use of validation software and customized formatter. Moreover, it is also a time-consuming procedure. However, an XML-based system enables developers to insert simple commands to generate, regenerate, edit, and customize the codes. In most cases, for a complex device, a CLI Device Management interface takes less than 3 months to develop. An efficient and well-tested CLI Device Management Framework can render the following benefits:

• Value-added features including help, partial command completion, global commands, and interactive command handling.
• Capable of supporting multi sessions.
• Has the option of being extended to support other management protocols such as SNMP and TL1.
• Ensures security by offering a user management tool that is password-based.
• Provides default support for SSH and Telnet.
• Possesses the capability of supporting command syntax validation & termination.
• Offers reporting trap and alarm messages.
• Adept at supporting multiple operating systems such as Windows, Linux, VxWorks, and more.
• Offers the ease of generating the basic code while integrating the data validation functions with the database.
• Support system configuration changes during runtime.

NOCVue CLI is an effective and functional Device management framework that enables equipment manufacturers to create CLIs for their end-users and customers. Developed by Velankani Communications Technology, this product is an XML-based system that is simple to use and is highly productive. It also possesses Cisco-like features and built-in system & user management commands. The code is not only small in size, but is also database agnostic, generic, and portable. Equipped with over two decades of experience in the field of providing solutions to the telecommunications industry, Velankani Communications Technology is adept at comprehending real network behavior. The company also understands the nuances of the industry and makes use of the best technology, tools, and design while developing its products. Driven with an aim to offer excellent solutions to streamline the management and operations of service providers, IT departments, and equipment manufacturers, the company provides end-to-end products that are agile and user-friendly.

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