Primon : the implementation of a software monitor : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Science in Computer Science

Abstract

This thesis discusses the underlying theory and practical aspects of implementing a software monitor* Current computer performance evaluation techniques are reviewed, emphasising the role of software monitoring both as a self-contained tool and as the source of data for system modelling. The implementation of Primon, a software monitoring package for the Prime 50 series, is discussed in detail.