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. Mr. David Choi of The Chinese University of Hong Kong is appointed as Chairman of the NTF since January 2013.
Institution | Representatives |
Appointed Members | |
The University of Hong Kong | Ms Katherine Kwok (Deputy Chairman) |
The Chinese University of Hong Kong | Mr David Choi (Chairman) |
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Mr Patrick Tsui Mr S K Hau Mr C H Law |
City University of Hong Kong | Mr Cyril Ha Mr Alex Lam |
Hong Kong Baptist University | Mr Nicky Lam Mr Johnny Au-Yeung Mr Ken Yam |
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | Mr C S Wong Mr Steven Wong |
Lingnan University | Mr Waiman Cheung Mr Max Yiu Dr K P Wong |
The Education University of Hong Kong | Mr T K Kwan Mr Fred Pang |
HARNET Technical Support | Mr K W Pong (CUHK) |
Observers | |
The Open University of Hong Kong | Mr Derek Pong Mr Michael Lo |
Vocational Training Council | Mr Ringo Chan |
Secretary | Ms Cindy Hui (JUCC) |
The Network Task Force undertakes the responsibility of overlooking the following projects: