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Abstract

A method and system that simplify the management of enterprise network devices and information through the use of scripts and a scripting object model. An API is provided that transforms scripts passed from a scripting engine into the existing 'low-level' COM syntax required for accessing system management object information. A scripting engine interprets a script and works with the API to translate script instructions into the COM method calls needed to directly access properties and methods of CIMOM objects from a script. Other aspects related to scripting are handled, including collections, events, monikers and security. Collections enable a set of objects to be serviced iteratively, for example, to manipulate or retrieve properties for a set of resources in simple loop. Events enable queries to be made asynchronously, such that calls return immediately and complete via event notifications. Monikers enable the simplification of strings in the script, by providing for shorthand definitions to represent a sequence of instructions in a single string. Security is provided, by emulating the ability to set security.

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