Communication between players in networked computer games is often inadequately implemented. The games do not exploit the full potential of using different forms of communication ...
Availability in Process Support Systems (PSS) can be achieved by using standby mechanisms that allow a backup server to take over in case a primary server fails. These mechanisms,...
Abstract. In today's fast changing business environment flexible Process Aware Information Systems (PAISs) are required to allow companies to rapidly adjust their business pro...
Helen Schonenberg, Barbara Weber, Boudewijn F. van...
By definition, a heavyweight network service requires a significant amount of computation to complete its task. Providing a heavyweight service is challenging for a number of reaso...
The rise of multi-core processors has shifted performance efforts towards parallel programs. However, single-threaded code, whether from legacy programs or ones difficult to para...