The Network Task Force (NTF), reporting to the JUCC Steering Committee, is responsible for the operation and technical management of the HARNET (Hong Kong Academic and Research Network) and its connections to Internet, local Internet exchange and research networks. The NTF closely monitors the performance of the HARNET/Internet infrastructure and ensuring non-interrupted network services.
The NTF is entrusted to leverage HARNET and use it as a shared platform more effectively for JUCC members. Members will discuss and propose network improvement plans, advise on usage policy and coordinate joint efforts in all network related issues.
Membership of NTF comprises representatives from all JUCC Full Members. JUCC Affiliate Members connecting to HARNET are also invited to join as observers. Dr Waiman Cheung of Lingnan University is appointed as Chairman of the NTF since August 2021.
Institution | Representatives |
Appointed Members | |
The University of Hong Kong | Ms Katherine Kwok (Deputy Chairman) |
The Chinese University of Hong Kong | Mr K W Pong (HARNET Technical Support) |
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Mr Patrick Tsui Mr S K Hau Mr Andrew Wong Mr Benco Tang |
City University of Hong Kong | Mr Cyril Ha Mr Alex Lam Ms Kat Lau |
Hong Kong Baptist University | Mr Andrew Lei Mr Johnny Au-Yeung |
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | Mr C S Wong Mr Steve Lee Man Kit |
Lingnan University | Dr Waiman Cheung (Chairman) Mr Max Yiu |
The Education University of Hong Kong | Mr T K Kwan Mr Fred Pang Mr Ryan Chan |
Observers | |
Hong Kong Metropolitan University | Mr Michael Lo Mr Derek Pong |
Vocational Training Council | Mr Ringo Chan |
The Network Task Force undertakes the responsibility of overlooking the following projects: