In this paper we develop a novel probabilistic model of computational trust that allows agents to exchange and combine reputation reports over heterogeneous, correlated multi-dime...
Steven Reece, Stephen Roberts, Alex Rogers, Nichol...
Task scheduling is an integrated component of computing. With the emergence of grid and ubiquitous computing, newer challenges have arisen in task scheduling. Unlike traditional p...
Abstract— Peer-to-peer (P2P) video systems provide a costeffective way for a large number of hosts to colloaborate for video sharing. Two features characterize such a system: 1) ...
This paper discusses the use of simulation in a new context. Most often QUEST is viewed as a stand-alone simulation tool to analyze and understand shop floor behavior. It has rare...
This paper considers an on-line scheduling problem occurred in a service system with two classes (normal and special) of customers and two types (dedicated and flexible) of serve...