Computer networking and communications

Rigorous descriptions and analyses of the main algorithms for different variations of the Geometric Spanner Network Problem.

A hands-on textbook on TCP/IP technologies, showing how the protocols are implemented in practice.

This 2005 book explores the differences between mobile and stationary applications and the architectural and software development concepts needed to build mobile applications.

A 2004 introduction to digital mobile wireless networks, illustrating theoretical underpinnings with real-world examples.

This book describes solutions for maximizing voice quality over wireless networks at the device and system levels.

In this introductory text, the fundamental algorithms of numerical linear algebra are developed in a parallel context.

An assessment of the diffusion and impact of e-business on companies and countries.

A rigourous and self-contained graduate text covering methods to assess the performance of networked systems.

This book provides a comprehensive treatment of methodologies and applications including CDMA telephony, coded radar, and stream cipher generation.

An organized 2005 survey of the field of wireless sensor networks and their applications.

Text providing fundamentals of embedded network systems for graduate students and practising engineers.

A comprehensive introduction to the basic principles, design techniques and analytical tools of wireless communications.

A unified view of the fundamentals of wireless communication for graduate students and practising engineers.

How to interface a PC to sense, analyze and display experimental results in the laboratory.

This 2001 book combines economics and computer science to present the multi-billion dollar internet auction industry.

Focuses on the basic mathematical tools needed for cryptographic design: computational difficulty (one-way functions), pseudorandomness and zero-knowledge proofs.

What every computer scientist ought to know about cryptographic systems, security protocols, and secure information flow in programs.

Praise for Sarbanes-Oxley Guide for Finance and Information Technology Professionals "e;Effective SOX programs enlist the entire organization to build and monitor a compliant control environment.

Examines how risk management security technologies must prevent virus and computer attacks, as well as providing insurance and processes for natural disasters such as fire, floods, tsunamis, terrorist attacks Addresses four main topics: the risk (severity, extent, origins, complications, etc.

Bestselling author Ron Krutz once again demonstrates his ability to make difficult security topics approachable with this first in-depth look at SCADA (Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition) systems Krutz discusses the harsh reality that natural gas pipelines, nuclear plants, water systems, oil refineries, and other industrial facilities are vulnerable to a terrorist or disgruntled employee causing lethal accidents and millions of dollars of damage-and what can be done to prevent this from happening Examines SCADA system threats and vulnerabilities, the emergence of protocol standards, and how security controls can be applied to ensure the safety and security of our national infrastructure assets

Put your phone system on your computer network and see the savings See how to get started with VoIP, how it works, and why it saves you money VoIP is techspeak for "e;voice over Internet protocol,"e; but it could spell "e;saving big bucks"e; for your business!

A unifying foundation to design and implement process-aware information systems This publication takes on the formidable task of establishing a unifying foundation and set of common underlying principles to effectively model, design, and implement process-aware information systems.

A compelling treatment of FTTH Written by telecommunications pioneer Paul Green Jr.

Become a cyber-hero - know the common wireless weaknesses "e;Reading a book like this one is a worthy endeavor toward becoming an experienced wireless security professional.

The new edition of the classic bestseller that launched the data warehousing industry covers new approaches and technologies, many of which have been pioneered by Inmon himself In addition to explaining the fundamentals of data warehouse systems, the book covers new topics such as methods for handling unstructured data in a data warehouse and storing data across multiple storage media Discusses the pros and cons of relational versus multidimensional design and how to measure return on investment in planning data warehouse projects Covers advanced topics, including data monitoring and testing Although the book includes an extra 100 pages worth of valuable content, the price has actually been reduced from $65 to $55

A comprehensive reference that addresses the need for solid understanding of the operation of IP networks, plus optimization and management techniques to keep those networks running at peak performance Uniquely distinguished from other books on IP networks, as it focuses on operation and management support, and is not just another treatise on protocol theory Includes many practical case studies as further illustration of the concepts discussed

New Paradigm for considering application integration and B2B problems Heightens the importance of conveying meaning between systems Addresses movement in the EAI space toward more data handling capabilities Offers a solution for the multitude of managers disconnected with the latest technologies Leverages the technical advances made in complex data integration over 15 years Shifts the focus from technology solutions to information solutions Relies heavily on the use of practical examples, tips, definitions, and soapbox excerpts throughout the main body of text

Improve the performance of relational databases with indexes designed for today's hardwareOver the last few years, hardware and software have advanced beyond all recognition, so it's hardly surprising that relational database performance now receives much less attention.

Concurrent and Distributed Computing in Java addresses fundamental concepts in concurrent computing with Java examples.

The up-to-date edition of the bestselling guide to the basics of telecommunications and digital technology Understanding Telecommunications and Lightwave Systems presents a nontechnical treatment of how voice, video, and multimedia can simultaneously travel over today's evolving telecommunications systems.

Provides a comprehensive, detailed description of the fundamental architectural principles and protocols used in ATM-based networks, as well as interworking with IP and Frame Relay based networks Begins with general coverage of ATM, but moves quickly into the most important new area of ATM--IP switching, which allows communications companies to combine IP routing with ATM switching Offers the reader a clear understanding of the evolutionary trends in the development of ATM A Wiley-IEEE Press publication

From physical issues up to applications aspects, Mobile Ad Hoc Networking comprehensively covers all areas of the technology, including protocols and models, with an emphasis on the most current research and development in the rapidly growing area of ad hoc networks.

The book examines the different legitimate applications used over a peer-to-peer network (p2p) The material examines the design and development of novel applications designed to leverage the distributed nature of peer-to-peer environments Goes beyond the most popular application of file-sharing (including sharing of video and audio files) and discusses the many different applications Compares traditional and peer-to-peer infrastructure and discusses merits and demerits of each approach from a business perspective

A must-have guide for troubleshooting and analyzing TCP/IP on the Internet and corporate network Follows a practical approach to ensure that TCP/IP stays up and running Describes problems based on actual scenarios in the field and presents proven solutions to deal with them Explains how to use available tools and utilities to their maximum advantage Companion Web site includes samples scenarios and code from the book

A cutting-edge response to Ralph Kimball's challenge to the data warehouse community that answers some tough questions about the effectiveness of the relational approach to data warehousing Written by one of the best-known exponents of the Bill Inmon approach to data warehousing Addresses head-on the tough issues raised by Kimball and explains how to choose the best modeling technique for solving common data warehouse design problems Weighs the pros and cons of relational vs.

An ideal starting point for anyone wanting to learn about next generation wireless networks Gives important insights into the design of wireless IP networks Illustrates the standards and network architectures defined by leading standards bodies (including MWIF, 3GPP and 3GPP2) Discusses protocols in four key areas: signaling, mobility, quality of service, and security The authors have a good deal of experience in this field, and have many patents pending in the area of wireless networking

Your success guide to the next wireless revolution The next watershed innovation in wireless technology is here: IEEE 802.

"e;The flip-side of Patterns, AntiPatterns provide developers with formal descriptions of common development gaffes that can derail a project along with practical guidelines on how to avoid them.

"e;The charge of securing corporate America falls upon its business leaders.

Content distribution networks (CDNs) are the most promising new techniques for coping with the huge and swiftly growing volume of Internet traffic.

With computers becoming embedded as controllers in everything from network servers to the routing of subway schedules to NASA missions, there is a critical need to ensure that systems continue to function even when a component fails.

Geared to IT professionals eager to get into the all-important field of data warehousing, this book explores all topics needed by those who design and implement data warehouses.

A software radio is a radio whose channel modulation waveforms are defined in software.

Learn how to conduct thorough security examinations via illustrations and virtual simulations A network security breach (a hack, crack, or other invasion) occurs when unauthorized access to the network is achieved and havoc results.

The huge and growing demand for wireless communication systems has spurred a massive effort on the parts of the computer science and electrical engineering communities to formulate ever-more efficient protocols and algorithms.

This is the first book on space-time coding for wireless communications, one of the most promising techniques for ensuring bandwidth efficiency.

Public and private networks will eventually be configured in such a way that all voice calls are routed using Internet protocols Reviews existing and emerging standards for voice over IP Provides detailed guidance on how to engineer an efficient VoIP network Discusses quality of service (QoS) enforcement techniques Shows how to prototype and test a network's performance

New approaches to parallel computing are being developed that make better use of the heterogeneous cluster architecture Provides a detailed introduction to parallel computing on heterogenous clusters All concepts and algorithms are illustrated with working programs that can be compiled and executed on any cluster The algorithms discussed have practical applications in a range of real-life parallel computing problems, such as the N-body problem, portfolio management, and the modeling of oil extraction

This first-ever valuation guide shows how to select and manage network-based services to ensure maximum return on investment Explains how to manage the costs and tradeoffs between distributed and centralized management structures Shows how to avoid risking too much for too little return due to unpredictable overall market conditions Covers network-based services such as Internet access, application management, hosting, voice and data services, and the new breed of SOAP/XML Web services

Discusses the newest marketing concepts.