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 | Mr Roger Wong |
The Chinese University of Hong Kong | Mr Walter Lee |
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University | Mr Patrick Tsui Mr S K Hau Mr Fenix Lau Mr Joseph Lam |
City University of Hong Kong | Mr Cyril Ha Mr Alex Lam |
Hong Kong Baptist University | Mr Johnny Au-Yeung Mr Ken Yam |
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology | Mr C S Wong Mr 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 |
HARNET Technical Support | Mr K W Pong (CUHK) |
Observers | |
Hong Kong Metropolitan University | Mr Derek Pong Mr Michael Lo |
Vocational Training Council | Mr Ringo Chan |
The Network Task Force undertakes the responsibility of overlooking the following projects: