Similarity retrieval mechanisms should utilize generalized quadratic form distance functions as well as the Euclidean distance function since ellipsoid queries parameters may vary...
Today, the Web is increasingly used as a platform for distributed services, which transcend organizational boundaries to form federated applications. Consequently, there is a grow...
Progressive mesh streaming is increasingly used in 3D networked applications, such as online games, virtual worlds, and digital museums. To scale such applications to a large numb...
This paper introduces Hydra, a platform that we are developing for highly survivable and secure data storage systems that distribute information over networks and adapt timely to ...
There has been significant recent interest in exploring the role of coordination languages as middleware for distributed systems. These languages provide operations that allow pro...