Abstract. When dealing with distributed systems, one of the most important problems that has to be addressed is concurrency. Distributed systems are inherently concurrent, distribu...
Abstract. Iterated local search (ILS) is a powerful meta-heuristic algorithm applied to a large variety of combinatorial optimization problems. Contrary to evolutionary algorithms ...
Abstract. The recently introduced Galois/Counter Mode (GCM) of operation for block ciphers provides both encryption and message authentication, using universal hashing based on mul...
Abstract. Recent trends in software development directed toward intelligence, distribution, and mobility need to be followed by an increased sophistication in user interface design...
Abstract. User acceptance testing is finally getting the attention and tool support it deserves. It is imperative that acceptance tests follow the best practices and embody the cri...