Introduction and background   The need for a Network Operation Center to operate and manage such huge network was main reason behind creating the Jordanian Universities Network company (JUNet). JUNet (formerly known as UniCo) is a nonprofit company with limited liability founded in July 2003 by the Public Universities. It was created with the following objectives: Establish and operate the network that interconnects these Jordanian Universities to support goals of higher education and scientific research in Jordan. To provide infrastructure for this network To provide all the necessary components needed to construct and operate the network. To provide all the human resources needed for the continuance of the company. To provide information technology services and support for all the eight universities as needed.  To design plans and policies needed for the usage of the network. To research and implement applications that enhance the services provided using the network to support the goals of higher education and scientific research. To sign national and international treaties in ordinance with the company goals and objectives. To acquire financial support and necessary funds through grants, and loans to achieve the company goals and objectives. To develop a common strategy (standards) for network usage and applications.