Books in the Advances in Computers series

Covers various developments in computer technology. This title includes various chapters that present an overview of the subfield within computers. This title also covers such topics as hardware, software, theoretical underpinnings of computing, and novel applications of computers.

Presents the developments in the ever-changing field of information technology. This title focuses on the use of large data repositories to store and retrieve information.

Presents eight different topics covering many different aspects of computer science. This title covers a wide range of subjects from insights into the different ways individuals can interact with electronic devices to how common law is adapting to and impacting on the Internet.

Describes research into the petaflop region (1,015 FLOPS). This book presents an overview of activities that will provide for the introduction of the machines in the years 2011 through 2015.

Describes the technology in the use of computers. This work offers information on the issues affecting the development of software. It deals with the importance of security in the software we write and provides insights into how to increase that security. It provides guidelines in how to make certain decisions on a project-level basis.