Computer Communications and Networks

Methods and Practical Approaches

By: Zaigham Mahmood (Editor)

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Hardcover | 4 June 2013

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368 Pages

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24.13 x 16.51 x 2.54

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This book presents both state-of-the-art research developments and practical guidance on approaches, technologies and frameworks for the emerging cloud paradigm. Topics and features: presents the state of the art in cloud technologies, infrastructures, and service delivery and deployment models; discusses relevant theoretical frameworks, practical approaches and suggested methodologies; offers guidance and best practices for the development of cloud-based services and infrastructures, and examines management aspects of cloud computing; reviews consumer perspectives on mobile cloud computing and cloud-based enterprise resource planning; explores software performance testing, open-source cloudware support, and assessment methodologies for modernization, migration and pre-migration; describes emerging new methodologies relevant to the cloud paradigm, and provides suggestions for future developments and research directions.

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"Mahmood (Univ. of Derby, UK) has brought together 35 contributors to develop this book that discusses 'methods and practical approaches' to cloud computing ... . The book may be used as a text for a course on cloud computing or as a reference for system architects and developers. Summing Up: Recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through professionals/practitioners." (J. Beidler, Choice, Vol. 51 (6), February, 2014)

"The editor achieved his goal of presenting current research and development with respect to frameworks, methods, and practical approaches in cloud computing. ... I can recommend this book for readers who already have some background in cloud computing and wish to enhance their knowledge. This would be a good starting point for a PhD student or a post-doc who wants to venture into cloud computing." (Robert Wojcik, Computing Reviews, November, 2013)

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