Area Computer --Functional Requirements 1. Requests data from weather stations 2. Collates data from stations 3. Integrates data with reports from other sources (Satellites and ships) 4. Generates local weather maps 5. Prepares local forecasts 6. Puts forecast in database 7. Public can access local forecast Area Computer –Non-functional Requirements 1. Requests data every 5 minutes 2. Updates local forecast every 4 hours