The binary form of an image does not tell what the image is about. It is possible to retrieve images from a database using pattern matching techniques, but usually textual descript...
This paper describes an application framework for providing and managing personalized, interactive video on the web. The application framework enables content providers and aggreg...
We discuss the problem of Web data extraction and describe an XML-based methodology whose goal extends far beyond simple "screen scraping." An ideal data extraction proc...
Representation of negotiations in electronic markets and their support are important issues in today's e-commerce research. Whereas most activities are focused on automation ...
During the life cycle of an XML application, both schemas and queries may change from one version to another. Schema evolutions may affect query results and potentially the validi...