本文探讨了中央计算机控制的一个具体应用的特点。该系统称为OP/NET，目前在加利福尼亚州奥克兰市东湾市政公用事业区（EBMUD）运行。本文介绍了该系统的特点、生产的产品，以及需要进行哪些研究来进一步加强操作。此外，还讨论了EBMUD中的其他计算机系统如何与OP/NET系统以及彼此集成。

This paper explores the features of a specific application of central computer control. The system is called OP/NET, and is currently in operation at the East Bay Municipal Utility District (EBMUD) in Oakland, California. The paper describes the features of this system, what it produces, and which research is needed to further enhance operations. In addition, it discusses how other computer systems within EBMUD are integrated with the OP/NET system and with each other.