Author : Papadopoulou, Panagiota
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 27,89 MB
Release : 2010-10-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1616929057
"This book offers a holistic approach to social computing with respect to the underlying theory, technology and mechanisms, as well as the challenges, opportunities and impact of social computing to any application area"--Provided by publisher.
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Page : pages
File Size : 37,6 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Human-computer interaction
ISBN : 9781782683612
Social Computing Theory and Practice: Interdisciplinary Approaches offers a holistic approach to social computing with respect to the underlying theory, technology and mechanisms, as well as the challenges, opportunities and impact of social computing to any application area. As such, the book provides a much needed interdisciplinary perspective of social computing and delivers a concentrated body of knowledge with contributions from diverse domains and fields.
Author : Matthew N. O. Sadiku
Publisher : AuthorHouse
Page : 204 pages
File Size : 15,85 MB
Release : 2022-07-26
Category : Education
ISBN : 1665564199
We are in the era of computing. Computing is experiencing its most exciting moments in history, permeating nearly all areas of human activities. Computing is any activity that involves using computers. It includes designing and building hardware and software systems for a wide range of purposes. It has resulted in deep changes in infrastructures and development practices of computing. It is a critically important, integral component of modern life. Advancement in technology has led to several computing schemes such as cloud computing, grid computing, green computing, DNA computing, soft computing, organic computing, etc. This book covers the most important 70 computing techniques. It is divided into three volumes to cover all the topics. This is the third volume and it has 21 chapters. The book is a friendly introduction to various computing techniques. The presentation is clear, succinct, and informal, without proofs or rigorous definitions. The book provides researchers, students, and professionals a comprehensive introduction, applications, benefits, and challenges for each computing technology.
Author : Xiaoming Fu
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 412 pages
File Size : 43,40 MB
Release : 2017-03-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1498736688
The book addresses the issue of interdisciplinary understanding of collaboration on the topic of social network studies. Researchers and practitioners from various disciplines including sociology, computer science, socio-psychology, public health, complex systems, and management science have worked largely independently, each with quite different principles, terminologies, theories. and methodologies. The book aims to fill the gap among these disciplines with a number of the latest interdisciplinary collaboration studies.
Author : Hu, Wen-Chen
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 337 pages
File Size : 39,46 MB
Release : 2013-11-30
Category : Technology & Engineering
ISBN : 1466647167
The development of new information and communication technologies has a considerable impact on the way humans interact with each other and their environment. The proper use of these technologies is an important consideration in the success of modern human endeavors. Multidisciplinary Perspectives on Telecommunications, Wireless Systems, and Mobile Computing explores some of the latest advances in wireless communication technologies, making use of empirical research and analytical case studies to evaluate best practices in the discipline. This book will provide insight into the next generation of information and communication technologies for developers, engineers, students, researchers, and managers in the telecommunications field.
Author : Phillip A. Laplante
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1966 pages
File Size : 47,19 MB
Release : 2017-10-02
Category : Computers
ISBN : 135164579X
With breadth and depth of coverage, the Encyclopedia of Computer Science and Technology, Second Edition has a multi-disciplinary scope, drawing together comprehensive coverage of the inter-related aspects of computer science and technology. The topics covered in this encyclopedia include: General and reference Hardware Computer systems organization Networks Software and its engineering Theory of computation Mathematics of computing Information systems Security and privacy Human-centered computing Computing methodologies Applied computing Professional issues Leading figures in the history of computer science The encyclopedia is structured according to the ACM Computing Classification System (CCS), first published in 1988 but subsequently revised in 2012. This classification system is the most comprehensive and is considered the de facto ontological framework for the computing field. The encyclopedia brings together the information and historical context that students, practicing professionals, researchers, and academicians need to have a strong and solid foundation in all aspects of computer science and technology.
Author : Loo, Alfred Waising
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 370 pages
File Size : 23,29 MB
Release : 2012-11-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1466625341
"This book is a collection of widespread research providing relevant theoretical frameworks and research findings on the applications of distributed computing innovations to the business, engineering and science fields"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Alsmadi, Izzat
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 29,21 MB
Release : 2012-01-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 146660090X
"This book discusses the current state of test automation practices, as it includes chapters related to software test automation and its validity and applicability in different domains"--Provided by publisher.
Author : Li, Eldon Y.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 445 pages
File Size : 41,64 MB
Release : 2013-05-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 1466640278
The modern business landscape demands that organizations maintain an online presence to network with their customers and investors. Therefore, understanding the link between social media and e-business is an important first step in cultivating these internet-based relationships. Organizations and Social Networking: Utilizing Social Media to Engage Consumers provides a broad investigation into the use of social technologies in business practices through theoretical research and practical applications. This book explores the opportunities and challenges brought about by the advent of various 21st century online business web tools and platforms, presenting professionals and researchers in e-business, social marketing, online collaborative communities, and social analytics with cutting-edge information and technological developments to implement in their own enterprises. This book is part of the Advances in Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, and E-Services series collection.
Author : Management Association, Information Resources
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 3216 pages
File Size : 16,77 MB
Release : 2011-07-31
Category : Business & Economics
ISBN : 1609607848
Organizational Learning and Knowledge: Concepts, Methodologies, Tools and Applications demonstrates exhaustively the many applications, issues, and techniques applied to the science of recording, categorizing, using and learning from the experiences and expertise acquired by the modern organization. A much needed collection, this multi-volume reference presents the theoretical foundations, research results, practical case studies, and future trends to both inform the decisions facing today's organizations and the establish fruitful organizational practices for the future. Practitioners, researchers, and academics involved in leading organizations of all types will find useful, grounded resources for navigating the ever-changing organizational landscape.
