The Globus Toolkit (http://www.globus.org/toolkit/) is a key technology in Grid Computing, the exciting new computing paradigm that allows users to share processing power, data, storage, and other co
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International contributors in computer science, information technology, data science, software engineering, and cloud and grid computing reveal the latest research, development, practice, and applicat
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The book deals with some of the fundamental issues of risk assessment in grid computing environments. The book describes the development of a hybrid probabilistic and possibilistic model for assessing
Ubiquitous computing (or ubicomp) is the label for a "third wave" ofcomputing technologies. Following the eras of the mainframe computer and the desktop PC, ubicomp ischaracterized by small and powerf
ISGC 2009, The International Symposium on Grid Computing was held at Academia Sinica, Taipei,Taiwan in April 2009 bringing together prestigious scientists and engineers worldwide to exchange ideas, pr
The integration and convergence of state-of-the-art technologies in the grid have enabled more flexible, automatic, and complex grid services to fulfill industrial and commercial needs, from the LHC a
Production Grids in Asia: Applications, Developments and Global Ties, an edited volume, is based on ISGC (International Symposium on Grid Computing), one of the most prestigious annual events in Asia
Shoebox sized and smaller, small form factor PCs can pack as much computing muscle as anything from a PDA to a full-sized desktop computer. They consume less power, have few or no moving parts, and ar
Since the publication of the first edition, MathematicaR has matured considerably and the computing power of desktop computers has increased greatly. This enables the presentation of more complex curv
Advances in the Economics of Information Systems provides a wide perspective on the issues related to applications of economics to information systems area. From grid computing to online auctions, the
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Smart Energy Grid Engineering provides in-depth detail on the various important engineering challenges of smart energy grid design and operation by focusing on advanced methods and practices for desig
The Smart Grid security ecosystem is complex and multi-disciplinary, and relatively under-researched compared to the traditional information and network security disciplines. While the Smart Grid has
Successful Smart Grid Implementation prepares readers to plan, execute, and properly control a smart meter and grid operational technology and systems integration project. Author James Ketchledge prov
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This book on smart grid security is meant for a broad audience from managers to technical experts. It highlights security challenges that are faced in the smart grid as we widely deploy it across the
This volume collects selected contributions from the “Fourth Tetrahedron Workshop on Grid Generation for Numerical Computations”, which was held in Verbania, Italy in July 2013. The previous editions
"The Smart Grid is a convenient term to describe the modernization of electric, natural gas, and water grid infrastructures. The term encapsulates the convergence of remote monitoring and control tech
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A complete guide to smart grid networking and communications for energy engineersSmart Grid Infrastructure & Networking describes network technologies for smart grids, including details on standar
Discusses the issues surrounding implementation of a smart grid, including security concerns, the impact on energy production and distribution, and the social acceptance of a smart grid.
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In response to the growing importance of power system security and reliability, Transmission Grid Security proposes a systematic and probabilistic approach for transmission grid security analysis. The
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THE SMART GRID DICTIONARY PLUS aids you in building your foundation of Smart Grid knowledge. This learning dictionary includes terminology pertaining to electric utilities and regulatory agencies, en
Learn what it takes to deliver a more cost-effective, risk-free and efficient virtual desktop environment. Regardless of your technical skill level, you will find answers to your most pressing questio
