Smart networks, e.g., smart grids (SGs) as complex interconnected systems have become more complex and require greater processing and communication capabilities due to the growing use of renewable energy (RE). In addition to being a reliable method for collecting and managing information,...

This research involves the design, development, and theoretical demonstration of models resulting in integrated misbehavior resolution protocols for ad hoc networked devices. Game theory was used to analyze strategic interaction among independent devices with conflicting interests. Packet...

The change in the telecommunication market can be explained with the change within the traditional telecommunication services and the introduction of new innovative services. In accordance with the changing telecommunication environment from Fixed/Circuit/Voice to Wireless/Packet/Data, each...

The change in the telecommunication market can be explained with the change within the traditional telecommunication services and the introduction of new innovative services. In accordance with the changing telecommunication environment from Fixed/Circuit/Voice to Wireless/Packet/Data, each...

Wireless networks have shown a rapid growth over the past two decades and now play a key role in new generation telecommunications networks. The physical medium of wireless networks is the radio spectrum, a scarce resource which is becoming extremely congested and needs to be allocated in more...

This report describes some main technical challenges and requirements for identification of individuals in mobile (i.e. non-stationary) environments as e.g. required by the "European Mobile Identification Interoperability Group" (MOBIDIG). It is intended to support relevant stakeholders as law...

Computer security is one of the most important issues in the computer world. With the number of viruses and other malicious software that prey on exploits in the Windows operating system increasing, we need to take preventative measures to make sure that our computer does not become infected....