Analog Communications
Signals and Systems.- Random Variables & Random Processes.- Amplitude Modulation.- Frequency Modulation.- Noise in Analog Modulation.- Pulse Code Modulation.- Signaling Through AWGN Channel.- Bibliography.- Index.
Text Segmentation and Recognition for Enhanced Image Spam Detection
This book discusses email spam detection and its challenges such as text classification and categorization. The book proposes an efficient spam detection technique that is a combination of Character Segmentation and Recognition and Classification (CSRC). The author describes how this can detect whether an email (text and image based) is a spam mail or not. The book presents four solutions: first, to extract the text character from the image by segmentation process which includes a combination of Discrete Wavelet Transform (DWT) and skew detection. Second, text characters are via text recognition and visual feature extraction approach which relies on contour analysis with improved Local Binary Pattern (LBP). Third, extracted text features are classified using improvised K-Nearest Neighbor search (KNN) and Support Vector Machine (SVM). Fourth, the performance of the proposed method is validated by the measure of metric named as sensitivity, specificity, precision, recall, F-measure, accuracy, error rate and correct rate. Presents solutions to email spam detection and discusses its challenges such as text classification and categorization;Analyzes the proposed techniques' performance using precision, F-measure, recall and accuracy;Evaluates the limitations of the proposed research thereby recommending future research.
6G Wireless Communications and Mobile Networking
6G Wireless Communications and Mobile Networking introduces the key technologies behind 6G wireless communication and mobile networking to the reader. The book starts with a general vision of 6G technology, which includes the motivation that drives 6G research, the international organizations working on 6G standardization and recent progress in 6G research. Separate chapters on millimeter-wave and terahertz-wave technologies in 6G, the development of latest 6G antenna technology as well as related wireless communication applications are included in the contents. The book also provides details about the 6G network layer, such as self-organizing network driven by network slicing, software-defined networking and network function virtualization. Finally, it covers some popular research topics, including the challenges and solutions to massive 6G IoT networks, 6G cloud/edge computing and big data systems that may appear in the foreseeable future.Key Features: - Provides a complete introduction to 6G vision and technology- Consists of both basic theories and frontier technologies- Separate chapters on key topics such as 6G physical layers, millimeter wave and terahertz technology and advanced antenna arrays- Covers future trends and applications such as intelligent management systems, 6G IoT networks, cloud/edge computing and big data applicationsThis focused reference will significantly enhance the knowledge of engineering students and apprentices involved in the field of telecommunications. Readers interested in cutting-edge wireless networking technologies will also benefit from the information provided.
The Convergence of Internet of Things and Cloud for Smart Computing
This book presents the know-how of the real-time IoT application development activity including a basic understanding of the IoT architecture, use cases, smart computing, and the associated challenges in design and development of the IoT system. All the technical details related to protocol stack, technologies, and platforms used for the implementation are explained. It further includes techniques and case studies that include smart computing on the IoT-Cloud models along with test beds for experimentation purposes. The book aims at setting up the groundwork for the creation of applications that can help make day-to-day tasks simpler by meeting the needs of varied sectors like education, health care, agriculture, and so forth. Features: Covers IoT cloud convergence with a focus on complex industrial IoT case studies Discusses the broad background of IoT-Cloud convergence architectures and its fundamentals along with resource provisioning mechanisms Emphasizes the use of context in developing context-aware IoT solutions Presents a novel C-model that explains the IoT application development phases Discusses a simplified convergence model that depicts the role of Cloud in an IoT application This book aims at graduate students, researchers, and professionals getting started in the IoT field
Key 5g Physical Layer Technologies
This book covers the key technologies associated with the physical transmission of data on fifth generation (5G) mobile systems. Following an overview of these technologies, a high-level description of 3GPP's mobile communications standard (5G NR) is given and it is shown how the key technologies presented earlier facilitate the transmission of control data and very high-speed user data. In the final chapter, an overview and the physical layer aspects of 5G NR enabled Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) networks is presented. This book is intended for those practicing engineers and graduate and upper undergraduate engineering students who have an interest in 3GPP's 5G enabled mobile and or FWA networks and want to acquire, where missing, the necessary technology background in order to understand 3GPP's physical layer specifications and operation.Provides a comprehensive covering of key 3GPP 5G NR physical layer technologies, presented in a clear, tractable fashion, with sufficient mathematics to make it technically coherent;Addresses all key 5G NR technologies, including digital modulation, LDPC and Polar coding, multicarrier based multiple access techniques, and multiple antenna techniques including MIMO and beamforming;Presents an overview of 5G NR Radio Access Network (RAN) architecture and a detailed understanding of how user and control data is transported in the physical layer by the application of the technologies presented;Provides an overview and addresses physical layer aspects of 5G NR enabled Fixed Wireless Access networks.
Managing IoT and Mobile Technologies with Innovation, Trust, and Sustainable Computing
Focused on the latest mobile technologies, this book addresses the specific features (such as IoT) and their adoptions that are aiming to enable the excellence of business in the Industry 4.0.
Developments in Cognitive Radio Networks
This book provides holistic yet concise information on what modern cognitive radio networks are, how they work, and the possible future directions for them. The authors first present the most generic models of modern cognitive radio networks, taking into consideration their different architectural designs and classifications. While the spectrum resource is shown to be the most important resource for the cognitive radio networks, the book exposes the importance of the other resources that are needed to help drive the technology. The book then discusses in-depth the key tools (such as optimization and queuing theory) and techniques (such as cooperative diversity and relaying) that are being employed to formulate resource problems, investigate solutions, and interpret such solutions for useful and practical modern cognitive radio networks realization. Further, the book studies the impact of modern cognitive radio networks on other emerging technologies -- such as 5G, Internet of Things, and advanced wireless sensor networks -- and discusses the role that cognitive radio networks play in the evolution of smart cities and in the realization of a highly interconnected world. In discussing the future of the cognitive radio networks, the book emphasizes the need to advance new or improved tools, techniques, and solutions to address lingering problems in the aspects of resource realization and utilization, network complexity, network security, etc., which can potentially limit the cognitive radio networks in their stride to becoming one of the most promising technologies for the immediate and near future.
Iot and Ict for Healthcare Applications
This book provides an insight on the importance that Internet of Things (IoT) and Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions can have in taking care of people's health. Key features of this book present the recent and emerging developments in various specializations in curing health problems and finding their solutions by incorporating IoT and ICT. This book presents useful IoT and ICT applications and architectures that cater to their improved healthcare requirements. Topics include in-home healthcare services based on the Internet-of-Things; RFID technology for IoT based personal healthcare; Real-time reporting and monitoring; Interfacing devices to IoT; Smart medical services; Embedded gateway configuration (EGC); Health monitoring infrastructure; and more.Features a number of practical solutions and applications of IoT and ICT on healthcare;Includes application domains such as communication technology and electronic materials and devices;Applies to researchers, academics, students, and practitioners around the world.
Digital Radio Dab+
This book describes the basic functions of the European Digital Radio DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting plus) with its direct possible applications in a simple way. The book refers to fundamentals of DABs 80+ norms and specifications. Presented subjects are indicating problems of DAB signal propagation and possible multimedia applications. The book provides about 130 figures for explaining new concepts in an easy to approach manner. Applications include, but are not limited to audio compression MPEG, OFDM, SFN phasor representation, multiplexes, MOT, and conditional access. The book is intended for those interested in decisions regarding radio at various levels, owners of radio stations, and designers of various multimedia applications of digital radio in the field of security, students of wireless systems, etc. - Presents the fundamental functions of DAB / DAB+ (Digital Audio Broadcasting) along with its applications- Outlines the European Digital Radio system- Explains the functions of worldwide emerging digital radio subsystems
Security Incidents & Response Against Cyber Attacks
This book provides use case scenarios of machine learning, artificial intelligence, and real-time domains to supplement cyber security operations and proactively predict attacks and preempt cyber incidents. The authors discuss cybersecurity incident planning, starting from a draft response plan, to assigning responsibilities, to use of external experts, to equipping organization teams to address incidents, to preparing communication strategy and cyber insurance. They also discuss classifications and methods to detect cybersecurity incidents, how to organize the incident response team, how to conduct situational awareness, how to contain and eradicate incidents, and how to cleanup and recover. The book shares real-world experiences and knowledge from authors from academia and industry.
Immersive Technology in Smart Cities
This book presents recent trends and enhancements in the convergence of immersive technology and smart cities. The authors discuss various domains such as medical education, construction, brain interface, interactive storytelling, edification, and journalism in relation to combining smart cities, IoT and immersive technologies. The book sets up a medium to promulgate insights and in depth understanding among experts in immersive technologies, IoT, HCI and associated establishments. The book also includes case studies, survey, models, algorithms, frameworks and implementations in storytelling, smart museum, medical education, journalism and more. Various practitioners, academicians and researchers in the domain contribute to the book.
Subliminal Seduction How the Mass Media Mesmerizes the Minds of the Masses
What if I were to tell you that your whole life was a media generated illusion just like in the movie The Truman Show? What if you discovered that everything you thought you knew about life, including the very thoughts you formulate, were actually the result and byproduct of a make-believe world you were forced to live in just like The Matrix movie? And finally, what if you stumbled upon the horrifying truth that all of this manipulation upon people's minds was not only going on across the whole planet twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week, non-stop, but it really was being generated by a handful of elites just like in the movie They Live? As crazy and science fiction as all that sounds, all three of those movie premises have become our everyday reality. Therefore, this book, Subliminal Seduction: How the Mass Media Mesmerizes the Minds of the Masses seeks to inform, expose, and equip you the reader with the shocking evidence of how our whole planet really is being controlled and manipulated by a small group of entities who are mesmerizing us for their own nefarious agendas using the power of Mass Media to get the job done. Here you will have unveiled such eye-opening truths as: The History of Subliminal Technology, The Methods of Subliminal Technology, The Manipulation of Newspapers, The Manipulation of Radio & Music, The Manipulation of Books & Education, The Manipulation of Television, The Manipulation of Social Media, and The Response to Subliminal Technology. Believe it or not, our whole planet has been taken over by a group of elite individuals who have enslaved humanity through the power of Mass Media and mesmerized us to do their will. They have created a planet full of mindless, addicted zombies who will now "obey" "buy" "consume" "never question authority" "reproduce" "submit" and even "sleep" as the subliminal media tells us to do. Therefore, in these pages, you will be given the necessary set of "glasses" to "see" through this world of illusion in order to be "set free" from this prison planet we are now living in! Get your copy of Subliminal Seduction: How the Mass Media Mesmerizes the Minds of the Masses and take the way out before it's too late!
Organizational Learning in the Age of Data
This book discusses the impact of advanced information technologies, such as data processing, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, on organizational decision-making processes and practices. One of the book's central themes is the interplay between human reasoning and machine logic in the context of organizational functioning, specifically, the fairly common situations in which subjective beliefs are pitted against objective evidence giving rise to conflict rather than enhancing the quality of organizational sensemaking. Aiming to not only raise the awareness of the potential challenges but also to offer solutions, the book delineates and discusses the core impediments to effective human-information technology interactions, and outlines strategies for overcoming those obstacles on the way to enhancing the efficacy of organizational decision-making.
Beamforming Antennas in Wireless Networks
Wireless networks are facing growing demand for high capacity, better coverage, support of new applications and broad range of services. In this book, the authors first present an overview of beamforming antennas and millimeter wave communications followed by a discussion on the challenges and issues facing MAC and multi-hop routing in the wireless networks with beamforming antennas. Then, they discuss various MAC and routing protocols that are specifically designed to address those issues and exploit the benefits of millimeter wave and beamforming antennas. Authors also present a framework to provide Quality of Service (QoS) in contention-based wireless networks with beamforming antennas. Finally, the book is concluded with a discussion on open research topics for future generation WLAN systems.
The the Debates Shaping Spectrum Policy
What debates have caused spectrum policy to change course, and which will determine its future direction? This book examines these issues through a series of essays from a range of notable experts.
Cwt-101
The Certified Wireless Technician (CWT) exam provide you knowledge of 802.11 wireless LAN (WLAN) hardware and software in relation to installation and configuration of such equipment. This study guide provides you with the knowledge you need to prepare for the exam and to perform installation, configuration and basic troubleshooting tasks related to WLAN technologies. You will learn about the basic operations of 802.11 wireless hardware and software and understand how to install, configure and troubleshoot it based on design requirements. This book is your self-study and exam review resource. It is the tool you need to help you prepare for the CWT-101 exam. While other excellent books may cover the topics presented, no other book so concisely prepares you for certification success.
Design, Learning, and Innovation
This book constitutes the refereed post-conference proceedings the 5th EAI International Conference on DLI 2020, Design, Leaning and Innovation, which took place in December 2020. Due to COVID-19 pandemic the conference was held virtually. The 14 revised full papers presented were carefully selected from 40 submissions and are organized in four thematic sessions on: digital technologies and learning; designing for innovation; digital games, gamification and robots; designs for innovative learning.
Technology Development for Security Practitioners
This volume is authored by a mix of global contributors from across the landscape of academia, research institutions, police organizations, and experts in security policy and private industry to address some of the most contemporary challenges within the global security domain. The latter includes protection of critical infrastructures (CI), counter-terrorism, application of dark web, and analysis of a large volume of artificial intelligence data, cybercrime, serious and organised crime, border surveillance, and management of disasters and crises. This title explores various application scenarios of advanced ICT in the context of cybercrime, border security and crisis management, serious and organised crime, and protection of critical infrastructures. Readers will benefit from lessons learned from more than 30 large R&D projects within a security context. The book addresses not only theoretical narratives pertinent to the subject but also identifies current challenges and emergingsecurity threats, provides analysis of operational capability gaps, and includes real-world applied solutions. Chapter 11 is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 IGO License via link.springer.com and Chapter 16 is available open access under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License via link.springer.com
The Future of the Automotive Industry
Nothing defined the 20th century more than the evolution of the car industry. The 2020 decade will see the automotive industry leap forward beyond simply moving people geographically toward a new purpose: to become a services industry. This book takes readers on a journey where cars will evolve towards becoming "computers on wheels."The automotive industry is one of the sectors most profoundly changed by digitalization and the 21st century energy needs. You'll explore the shifting paradigms and how cars today represent a new interpretation of what driving should be and what cars should offer. This book presents exciting case studies on how artificial intelligence (AI) and data analytics are used to design future cars, predict car efficiency, ensure safety and simulate engineering dynamics for its design, as well as a new arena for IoT and human data. It opens a window into the origins of cars becoming software-run machines, first to run internal diagnostics, and then to become machines connected to other external machines via Bluetooth, to finally the Internet via 5G.From transportation to solving people's problems, The Future of the Automotive Industry is less about the technology itself, but more about the outcomes of technology in the future, and the transformative power it has over a much beloved item: cars.What You'll LearnExplore smart cities and their evolution when it comes to traffic and vehiclesGain a new perspective on the future of cars and transportation based on how digital technologies will transform vehicles Examine how AI and IoT will create new contexts of interactions with drivers and passengers alikeReview concepts such as personalizing the driving experience and how this will take formSee how self-driving cars impact data mining of personal dataWho ThisBook Is ForAnyone with an interest in digital advancements in the automotive industry beyond the connected car.
Probability in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
This revised textbook motivates and illustrates the techniques of applied probability by applications in electrical engineering and computer science (EECS). The author presents information processing and communication systems that use algorithms based on probabilistic models and techniques, including web searches, digital links, speech recognition, GPS, route planning, recommendation systems, classification, and estimation. He then explains how these applications work and, along the way, provides the readers with the understanding of the key concepts and methods of applied probability. Python labs enable the readers to experiment and consolidate their understanding. The book includes homework, solutions, and Jupyter notebooks. This edition includes new topics such as Boosting, Multi-armed bandits, statistical tests, social networks, queuing networks, and neural networks. For ancillaries related to this book, including examples of Python demos and also Python labs used in Berkeley, please email Mary James at mary.james@springer.com. This is an open access book.
Security, Privacy and Trust in Cloud Systems
The book compiles technologies for enhancing and provisioning security, privacy and trust in cloud systems based on Quality of Service requirements. It is a timely contribution to a field that is gaining considerable research interest, momentum, and provides a comprehensive coverage of technologies related to cloud security, privacy and trust. In particular, the book includes - Cloud security fundamentals and related technologies to-date, with a comprehensive coverage of evolution, current landscape, and future roadmap. - A smooth organization with introductory, advanced and specialist content, i.e. from basics of security, privacy and trust in cloud systems, to advanced cartographic techniques, case studies covering both social and technological aspects, and advanced platforms. - Case studies written by professionals and/or industrial researchers. - Inclusion of a section on Cloud security and eGovernance tutorial that can be used for knowledge transfer and teaching purpose. - Identification of open research issues to help practitioners and researchers. The book is a timely topic for readers, including practicing engineers and academics, in the domains related to the engineering, science, and art of building networks and networked applications. Specifically, upon reading this book, audiences will perceive the following benefits: 1. Learn the state-of-the-art in research and development on cloud security, privacy and trust. 2. Obtain a future roadmap by learning open research issues. 3. Gather the background knowledge to tackle key problems, whose solutions will enhance the evolution of next-generation secure cloud systems.
Wimax Modeling: Techniques and Applications
​This book provides information about wireless systems and WIMAX modeling. The authors provide various techniques for the WiMAX systems such as antenna diversity and Alamouti coding. The performance of these systems is tested using various types of data and the results of systems are presented and discussed. Additional topics include WiMAX simulation using diversity techniques and real time WiMAX system modeling. The book pertains to researchers, academics, students, and professionals. Provides information about wireless system modeling and WiMAX systems;Presents WiMAX system modeling using antenna diversity techniques and the Alamouti coding scheme;Includes real time WiMAX system modeling for speech signal and digital images.
Security and Privacy in the Internet of Things
SECURITY AND PRIVACY IN THE INTERNET OF THINGS Provides the authoritative and up-to-date information required for securing IoT architecture and applications The vast amount of data generated by the Internet of Things (IoT) has made information and cyber security vital for not only personal privacy, but also for the sustainability of the IoT itself. Security and Privacy in the Internet of Things brings together high-quality research on IoT security models, architectures, techniques, and application domains. This concise yet comprehensive volume explores state-of-the-art mitigations in IoT security while addressing important security and privacy challenges across different IoT layers. The book provides timely coverage of IoT architecture, security technologies and mechanisms, and applications. The authors outline emerging trends in IoT security and privacy with a focus on areas such as smart environments and e-health. Topics include authentication and access control, attack detection and prevention, securing IoT through traffic modeling, human aspects in IoT security, and IoT hardware security. Presenting the current body of knowledge in a single volume, Security and Privacy in the Internet of Things: Discusses a broad range of IoT attacks and defense mechanisms Examines IoT security and privacy protocols and approaches Covers both the logical and physical security of IoT devices Addresses IoT security through network traffic modeling Describes privacy preserving techniques in smart cities Explores current threat and vulnerability analyses Security and Privacy in the Internet of Things: Architectures, Techniques, and Applications is essential reading for researchers, industry practitioners, and students involved in IoT security development and IoT systems deployment.
Detecting Peripheral-Based Attacks on the Host Memory
This work addresses stealthy peripheral-based attacks on host computers and presents a new approach to detecting them. Peripherals can be regarded as separate systems that have a dedicated processor and dedicated runtime memory to handle their tasks. The book addresses the problem that peripherals generally communicate with the host via the host's main memory, storing cryptographic keys, passwords, opened files and other sensitive data in the process - an aspect attackers are quick to exploit.Here, stealthy malicious software based on isolated micro-controllers is implemented to conduct an attack analysis, the results of which provide the basis for developing a novel runtime detector. The detector reveals stealthy peripheral-based attacks on the host's main memory by exploiting certain hardware properties, while a permanent and resource-efficient measurement strategy ensures that the detector is also capable of detecting transient attacks, which can otherwise succeed when the applied strategy only measures intermittently. Attackers exploit this strategy by attacking the system in between two measurements and erasing all traces of the attack before the system is measured again.
World Internet Development Report 2018
This book is an important outcome of the Fifth World Internet Conference. It provides a comprehensive account of the new trends and highlights of global Internet development over the past year, covering network infrastructure, information technology, digital economy, world internet media, cyber security, and international cyberspace governance. This year, the book improves the Global Internet Development Index System and adds more countries into the assessed list, in order to reflect more comprehensively, objectively and accurately the general situation of the world Internet development and thus to provide reference for all countries in promoting Internet development and governance.
Artificial Intelligence Techniques for a Scalable Energy Transition
This book presents research in artificial techniques using intelligence for energy transition, outlining several applications including production systems, energy production, energy distribution, energy management, renewable energy production, cyber security, industry 4.0 and internet of things etc. The book goes beyond standard application by placing a specific focus on the use of AI techniques to address the challenges related to the different applications and topics of energy transition. The contributions are classified according to the market and actor interactions (service providers, manufacturers, customers, integrators, utilities etc.), to the SG architecture model (physical layer, infrastructure layer, and business layer), to the digital twin of SG (business model, operational model, fault/transient model, and asset model), and to the application domain (demand side management, load monitoring, micro grids, energy consulting (residents, utilities), energy saving, dynamic pricing revenue management and smart meters, etc.).
Future Trends in 5g and 6g
This book offers a comprehensive overview of basic communication and networking technologies. It focuses on emerging technologies, such as Software-Defined Network (SDN)-based ad hoc networks, 5G, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning solutions for communication and networking, Cloud Computing, etc. It also includes discussions on practical and innovative applications, including Network Security, Smart Cities, e-health, and Intelligent Systems. Future Trends in 5G and 6G: Challenges, Architecture, and Applications addresses several key issues in SDN energy-efficient systems, the Internet of Things, Big Data, Cloud Computing and Virtualization, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Cryptography, and 6G wireless technology and its future. It provides students, researchers, and practicing engineers with an expert guide to the fundamental concepts, challenges, architecture, applications, and state-of-the-art developments in communication and networking.
Policymaking for Critical Infrastructure
Originally published in 2005. By weaving together three distinct fields - public policy, technology studies and management of critical infrastructure - this volume shows how public policy can help to improve the management of large technical systems. A much-needed analytical framework, based on approaches drawn from established work in science and technology studies, is applied to a case study of the development of a new public safety service for mobile telephones. This example of emerging growth and change in critical infrastructure allows Gordon Gow to identify current problem areas and to refine a more general set of strategies aimed at improving public policy processes in the management of technology. The work also discusses a range of contemporary issues in telecom policy and regulation, such as public consultation, technical standards, network unbundling and interconnection. This insightful work provides observations and recommendations for policy makers, regulators, industry and consumer groups alike, furthering the improved coordination of efforts across these domains of interest.
Mutual Coupling Between Antennas
Mutual Coupling Between Antennas A guide to mutual coupling between various types of antennas in arrays such as wires, apertures and microstrip patches or antennas co-sited on platformsMutual Coupling Between Antennas explores the theoretical underpinnings of mutual coupling, offers an up-to-date description of the physical effects of mutual coupling for a variety of antennas, and contains techniques for analysing and assessing its effects. The book puts the topic in historical context, presents an integral equation approach, includes the current techniques, measurement methods, and discusses the most recent advances in the field.With contributions from noted experts on the topic, the book reviews practical aspects of mutual coupling and examines applications that clearly demonstrate where the performance is impacted both positively and negatively. Mutual Coupling Between Antennas contains information on how mutual coupling can be analysed with a wide range of methods from direct computer software using discrete methods, to integral equations and Greens function methods as well as approximate asymptotic methods. This important text: Provides a theoretical background for understanding mutual coupling between various types of antennasDescribes the interaction that occurs between antennas, both planned and unplannedExplores a key aspect of arrays in any wireless, radar or sensing system operating at radio frequenciesOffers a groundbreaking book on antenna mutual couplingWritten for antenna engineers, technical specialists, researchers and students, Mutual Coupling Between Antennas is the first book to examine mutual coupling between various types of antennas including wires, horns, microstrip patches, MIMO antennas, co-sited antennas and arrays in planar or conformal configurations.
Applications in Ubiquitous Computing
​This book takes a deep dive into ubiquitous computing for applications in health, business, education, tourism, and transportation. The rich interdisciplinary contents of the book appeal to readers from diverse disciplines who aspire to create new and innovative research initiatives and applications in ubiquitous computing. Topics include condition monitoring and diagnostics; multi-objective optimization in design, multi-objective optimization of machining parameters, and more. The book benefits researchers, advanced students, as well as practitioners interested in applications of ubiquitous computing. Features practical, tested applications in ubiquitous computingIncludes applications such as health, business, education, electronics, tourism, and transportationApplicable to researchers, academics, students, and professionals
Functional Encryption
This book provides awareness of methods used for functional encryption in the academic and professional communities. The book covers functional encryption algorithms and its modern applications in developing secure systems via entity authentication, message authentication, software security, cyber security, hardware security, Internet of Thing (IoT), cloud security, smart card technology, CAPTCHA, digital signature, and digital watermarking. This book is organized into fifteen chapters; topics include foundations of functional encryption, impact of group theory in cryptosystems, elliptic curve cryptography, XTR algorithm, pairing based cryptography, NTRU algorithms, ring units, cocks IBE schemes, Boneh-Franklin IBE, Sakai-Kasahara IBE, hierarchical identity based encryption, attribute based Encryption, extensions of IBE and related primitives, and digital signatures.Explains the latest functional encryption algorithms in a simple way with examples;Includes applications of functional encryption in information security, application security, and network security;Relevant to academics, research scholars, software developers, etc.
The Technology and Business of Mobile Communications
An intuitive and insightful overview of the technical and business aspects of the telecoms industry In The Technology and Business of Mobile Telecommunications: An Introduction, a team of expert telecommunications researchers and consultants delivers a rigorous exploration of the technical and business aspects of mobile telecommunications. The book offers a complete overview of an industry that has seen rapid technical and economic changes while retaining the ability to provide end users with communications coverage and capacity. The authors demonstrate the technical foundations of the mobile industry and show how a communications network is deployed. They detail many of the main innovations introduced over the last few years and some of the most salient challenges facing the industry today. The business models of major mobile operators are examined as well, from the purchasing spectrum to network deployment and customer attraction and retention. The role of the regulator is also thoroughly discussed, with explorations of its role in encouraging the maintenance of a competitive market in which the needs of consumers are met. Readers will also enjoy: Thorough introductions to the social and economic impacts of mobile communications, as well as a brief history of mobile and cellular communications Comprehensive explorations of the mobile telecoms ecosystem, from spectrum regulation to standardization, research, end users, operators, vendors, and standard bodies Practical discussions of the business models and challenges of mobile operators, including mobile virtual network operators and the implementation of international roaming In-depth examinations of telecommunications standards, including 5G Perfect for anyone studying mobile telecommunications technology at the undergraduate and graduate levels, The Technology and Business of Mobile Telecommunications: An Introduction is also an indispensable resource for practitioners within the telecommunications industry in a technical or business-oriented role.
Trends in Cloud-Based Iot
Introduction.- Cloud Computing Applications, Architectures and Technologies.- Data Routing and Scheduling in Cloud-based IoT.- Security in Cloud-based IoT.- Blockchain in Cloud-based IoT.- UAVs and Image Processing in Cloud-based IoT.- UAVs Placement in Cloud-based IoT.- Energy Monitoring in Cloud-based IoT.- Energy Prediction in Cloud-based IoT.- City Structure Monitoring in Cloud-based IoT.- Smart Parking in Cloud-based IoT.- Simulations and Modeling.- Conclusion.
Spectrum Sharing in Cognitive Radio Networks
SPECTRUM SHARING IN COGNITIVE RADIO NETWORKS Discover the latest advances in spectrum sharing in wireless networks from two internationally recognized experts in the fieldSpectrum Sharing in Cognitive Radio Networks: Towards Highly Connected Environments delivers an in-depth and insightful examination of hybrid spectrum access techniques with advanced frame structures designed for efficient spectrum utilization. The accomplished authors present the energy and spectrum efficient frameworks used in high-demand distributed architectures by relying on the self-scheduled medium access control (SMC-MAC) protocol in cognitive radio networks.The book begins with an exploration of the fundamentals of recent advances in spectrum sharing techniques before moving onto advanced frame structures with spectrum accessing approaches and the role of spectrum prediction and spectrum monitoring to eliminate interference. The authors also cover spectrum mobility, interference, and spectrum management for connected environments in substantial detail.Spectrum Sharing in Cognitive Radio Networks: Towards Highly Connected Environments offers readers a recent and rational theoretical mathematical model of spectrum sharing strategies that can be used for practical simulation of future generation wireless communication technologies. It also highlights ongoing trends, revealing fresh research outcomes that will be of interest to active researchers in the area. Readers will also benefit from: An inclusive study of connected environments, 3GPP Releases, and the evolution of wireless communication generations with a discussion of advanced frame structures and access strategies in cognitive radio networksA treatment of cognitive radio networks using spectrum prediction and monitoring techniquesAn analysis of the effects of imperfect spectrum monitoring on cognitive radio networksAn exploration of spectrum mobility in cognitive radio networks using spectrum prediction and monitoring techniquesAn examination of MIMO-based CR-NOMA communication systems for spectral and interference efficient designsPerfect for senior undergraduate and graduate students in Electrical and Electronics Communication Engineering programs, Spectrum Sharing in Cognitive Radio Networks: Towards Highly Connected Environments will also earn a place in the libraries of professional engineers and researchers working in the field, whether in private industry, government, or academia.
Internet and Mobile Abuse
India's digital journey is one of exuberance. The country had the world's second-largest internet population at over 469.3 million users in 2020. Of these, 390 million users access internet via their mobile phones. With the invention of smart phones, the use of personal computers and laptops for internet connection has become unnecessary. Mobiles are also used to take photos, watching movies and videos and email communication. College students use them as show pieces and compete with each other to own the latest models. They indulge in crime for money to buy gadgetsThe misuse of mobile and internet has inversely affected our relationships, friendships and responsibilities. The addiction becomes uncontrollable as it affects both body and mind. The problem is very serious because the addicts are usually below thirty years of age. Many are now addicted to online games, cybersex, even at the cost of their employment and families.Many commit suicide and lose interest in academic pursuits.Chatting, dating, cyber relationships, online gambling/gaming and marital disharmonies have increased phenomenally in recent time. Women are trapped in strange relationships developed through Facebook and WhatsApp. E-waste is another emerging global public health issue.Management of this new generation addiction disorder is not very easy and prevention is the best approach. This book highlights the tragic state of the new addiction disorder and tries to persuade addicts to outlive their addiction and seek medical help.
Machine Learning Modeling for Iout Networks
This book discusses how machine learning and the Internet of Things (IoT) are playing a part in smart control of underwater environments, known as Internet of Underwater Things (IoUT). The authors first present seawater's key physical variables and go on to discuss opportunistic transmission, localization and positioning, machine learning modeling for underwater communication, and ongoing challenges in the field. In addition, the authors present applications of machine learning techniques for opportunistic communication and underwater localization. They also discuss the current challenges of machine learning modeling of underwater communication from two communication engineering and data science perspectives.
Advances in Industrial Internet of Things, Engineering and Management
This book presents the trends, challenges, and advances in Internet of Things (IoT) in the areas of industrial management and industrial engineering. The authors look at how smart environments (smart city, smart university, smart regions, smart transportation, etc.) affect the way industrial management and industrial engineering are envisioned, planned, and applied and how engineers must incorporate new ideas and methods now and in the future. Some topics include the impact of ICT on the emergency response vehicle driving time, car accident detecting systems based on machine learning algorithms, smart city platforms based on citizen reporting services, and IoT-based household energy consumption prediction using machine learning. The book brings together contributions from academics and practitioners from around the world to discuss the intersection of IoT, industry and management.
Understanding Communications Systems Principles-A Tutorial Approach
Wireless communications and sensing systems are nowadays ubiquitous; cell phones and automotive radars typifying two of the most familiar examples. This book introduces the field by addressing its fundamental principles, proceeding from its very beginnings, up to today's emerging technologies related to the fifth-generation wireless systems (5G), Multi-Input Multiple Output (MIMO) connectivity, and Aerospace/Electronic Warfare Radar. The tone is tutorial. Problems are included at the end of each chapter to facilitate the understanding and assimilation of the material to electrical engineering undergraduate/graduate students and beginning and non-specialist professionals. Free temporary access to Keysight's SystemVue system simulation is provided to further enhance reader learning through hands-on tutorial exercises.Chapter 1 introduces wireless communications and sensing and in particular how curiosity-driven scientific research led to the foundation of the field. Chapter 2 presents a brief introduction to the building blocks that make up wireless systems. Chapter 3 focuses on developing an understanding of the performance parameters that characterize a wireless system. Chapter 4 deals with circuit topologies for modulation and detection. In chapter 5 we cover the fundamental transmitter and receiver systems architectures that enable the transmission of information at precise frequencies and their reception from among a rather large multitude of other signals present in space. Chapter 6 introduces 5G, its motivation, and its development and adoption challenges for providing unprecedented levels of highest speed wireless connectivity. Chapter 7 takes on the topic of MIMO, its justification and its various architectures. Chapter 8 addresses the topic of aerospace/electronic warfare radar and finally Chapter 9 presents three Tutorials utilizing the SystemVue simulation tool.
Restless Multi-Armed Bandit in Opportunistic Scheduling
This book provides foundations for the understanding and design of computation-efficient algorithms and protocols for those interactions with environment, i.e., wireless communication systems. The book provides a systematic treatment of the theoretical foundation and algorithmic tools necessarily in the design of computation-efficient algorithms and protocols in stochastic scheduling. The problems addressed in the book are of both fundamental and practical importance. Target readers of the book are researchers and advanced-level engineering students interested in acquiring in-depth knowledge on the topic and on stochastic scheduling and their applications, both from theoretical and engineering perspective.
Nextgen Network Synchronization
This book presents time synchronization and its essential role as a conduit of optimized networks and as one of the key imperatives of ubiquitous connectivity. The author discusses how, without proper time synchronization, many mission critical infrastructures such as 5G mobile networks, smart grids, data centres CATV, and industrial networks would render in serious performance issues and may be subject to catastrophic failure. The book provides a thorough understanding of time synchronization from fundamental concepts to the application of time synchronization in NextGen mission critical infrastructure. Readers will find information not only on designing the optimized products for mission critical infrastructure but also on building NextGen mission critical infrastructure.
Blockchain Systems and Communication Networks: From Concepts to Implementation
This book provides extensive insights on blockchain systems, starting from a historical perspective and moving towards building foundational knowledge, with focus on communication networks. It covers blockchain applications, algorithms, architectures, design and implementation, and security and privacy issues, providing the reader with a comprehensive overview. Further, it discusses blockchain systems and its integration to communication networks. The book includes hands-on, practical tutorials, self-assessment exercises, and review questions; tips and sample programs are also provided throughout. Complementary supporting material for instructors, including open source programming code for practical tutorials and exercises, is also available. The target audience includes graduate students, professionals, and researchers working in the areas of blockchain systems, distributed ledger technology, computer networks and communications, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.
Explainable Artificial Intelligence for Smart Cities
Thanks to rapid technological developments in terms of Computational Intelligence, smart tools have been playing active roles in daily life. It is clear that the 21st century has brought about many advantages in using high-level computation and communication solutions to deal with real-world problems; however, more technologies bring more changes to society. In this sense, the concept of smart cities has been a widely discussed topic in terms of society and Artificial Intelligence-oriented research efforts. The rise of smart cities is a transformation of both community and technology use habits, and there are many different research orientations to shape a better future.The objective of this book is to focus on Explainable Artificial Intelligence (XAI) in smart city development. As recently designed, advanced smart systems require intense use of complex computational solutions (i.e., Deep Learning, Big Data, IoT architectures), the mechanisms of these systems become 'black-box' to users. As this means that there is no clear clue about what is going on within these systems, anxieties regarding ensuring trustworthy tools also rise. In recent years, attempts have been made to solve this issue with the additional use of XAI methods to improve transparency levels. This book provides a timely, global reference source about cutting-edge research efforts to ensure the XAI factor in smart city-oriented developments. The book includes both positive and negative outcomes, as well as future insights and the societal and technical aspects of XAI-based smart city research efforts. This book contains nineteen contributions beginning with a presentation of the background of XAI techniques and sustainable smart-city applications. It then continues with chapters discussing XAI for Smart Healthcare, Smart Education, Smart Transportation, Smart Environment, Smart Urbanization and Governance, and Cyber Security for Smart Cities.
Convergence of Ict and Smart Devices for Emerging Applications
Introduction.- ICT with advances of communication and emerging fields of computing.- ICT and social inclusion solutions and social changes.- Smart devices and applications for day to day life.- Smart IoT and applications.- Smart cities solutions.- Conclusion.
Practical Paranoia
New edition, updated May 3, 2021. The best-selling, easiest, step-by-step, and most comprehensive guide to securing your home or business Windows 10 computers. Completely revised and updated for Windows 10.Official workbook for the Practical Paranoia: Security Essentials Workshop. Designed for classroom, workshop, and self-study. The entire workshop is contained within the book. Includes all instructor presentations, hands-on assignments, links to all software, and a security checklist.You don't need to be paranoid to know they are out there to get your device, data, and identity.- 2,000,000 laptops were stolen or lost in the US last year.- Malware attacks on Windows computers are commonplace.- Dozens of eyes may be able to see your name and password, along with the contents of every email you send.- Once the bad guy has his hands on your PC, it takes under one minute to bypass your password to gain access to all your data.- With a slight bit of social engineering your Google and Microsoft accounts, along with all their data, is freely accessible.- Through PRISM and other avenues, our government has access to your online browsing and email history.You don't need to be an Windows Engineer to protect your system!In this easy, step-by-step guide, CIO, Security Specialist, and Certified IT Consultant Marc L. Mintz takes any Windows user-from the novice with no technical skills, to experienced IT professional-through the process of fully encrypting and hardening the security of their computer, data, email, documents, network, instant messaging, storage devices, computer, browsing, and entire Internet experience.Guaranteed to be the easiest to follow and most comprehensive Windows 10 book available.
Standards and Innovations in Information Technology and Communications
This book gives a thorough explanation of standardization, its processes, its life cycle, and its related organization on a national, regional and global level. The book provides readers with an insight in the interaction cycle between standardization organizations, government, industry, and consumers. The readers can gain a clear insight to standardization and innovation process, standards, and innovations life-cycle and the related organizations with all presented material in the field of information and communications technologies. The book introduces the reader to understand perpetual play of standards and innovation cycle, as the basis for the modern world.
Advances in Signal Processing
This volume contains 12 chapters written by 36 authors from 12 countries: Argentina, Belarus, China, France, Germany, India, Iran, Mexico, Poland, Romania, Sweden and UAE. But it is not a simple set of reviews. Each of chapter contains the extended state-of-the art followed by new, obtained by authors results, unpublished before. In order to offer a fast and easy reading of each topic, every chapter in 'Advances in Signal Processing Reviews' Vol. 2 is independent and self-contained. All chapters have the same structure: first, an introduction to specific topic under study; second, particular field description including sensing or/and measuring applications. Each of chapter is ending by well selected list of references with books, journals, conference proceedings and web sites. The book will be useful for post-graduate students, researchers, engineers and scientist working signal processing area.