Middleware for Distributed Systems Evolving the Common Structure for Network-centric Applications Richard E. Schantz BBN Technologies 10 Moulton Street Cambridge, MA 02138, USA schantz@bbn.com Douglas C. Schmidt Electrical & Computer Engineering Dept. University of California, Irvine Irvine, CA 92697-2625, USA schmidt@uci.edu 1 Overview of Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities Two fundamental trends influence the way we conceive and construct new computing and information systems. The
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utilizing RFID technology over distances of less than four inches. These smart-cards utilize advanced security mechanisms to prevent alterations to the embedded data. Unfortunately, these attempts did not prevent passport abuse. In response to persistent passport fraud, biometric technologies have been employed as an additional security measure. Biometric technology is an automated mechanism that verifies or identifies an individual based on physiological or behavioral characteristics (Down and Sands
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Department of Building Masters | Philosophy of the Department | Vision & Mission Statement | Admission Requirements | Course Outline | Course Description | Career Prospects | Student Welfare | Teaching & Research Facilities | Staff | List of Students | Publications | Course Evaluation & Exams | Msc Construction Project Management | Admission into the Masters of Science programme can be obtained through: (a) Candidates with B. Sc or B. Tech. (Building) with a minimum of second class
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is a security enhancement to Linux which allows users and administrators more control over access control. Access can be constrained on such variables as which users and applications can access which resources. These resources may take the form of files. Standard Linux access controls, such as file modes (-rwxr-xr-x) are modifiable by the user and the applications which the user runs. Conversely, SELinux access controls are determined by a policy loaded on the system which may not be changed by careless
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Fundamental Principles of Network Security By Christopher Leidigh White Paper #101 Executive Summary Security incidents are rising at an alarming rate every year. As the complexity of the threats increases, so do the security measures required to protect networks. Data center operators, network administrators, and other data center professionals need to comprehend the basics of security in order to safely deploy and manage networks today. This paper covers the fundamentals of secure
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(IJCSIS) International Journal of Computer Science and Information Security, Vol. 4, No. 1 & 2, 2009 A Survey of Attacks, Security Mechanisms and Challenges in Wireless Sensor Networks Dr. G. Padmavathi, Mrs. D. Shanmugapriya, Prof and Head, Dept. of Computer Science, Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore, India, ganapathi.padmavathi@gmail.com Lecturer, Dept. of Information Technology, Avinashilingam University for Women, Coimbatore, India, ds_priyaa@rediffmail.com
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"information domains" are defined: Physical: Traditionally information is "written down", stored somewhere (e.g. a box, safe, diskette, or computer). Classical security concentrates on physical protection: buildings, server rooms, access controls etc. Social/Personal: Successful organisations realise the value of their personnel, the knowledge they hold in their heads and the capabiliy to use that knowledge to corporate advantage. Logical or Network: Information is also stored on
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Cargo Winch A winch is a mechanical device that is used to pull in (wind up) or let out (wind out) or otherwise adjust the "tension" of a rope or wire rope (also called "cable" or "wire cable"). In its simplest form it consists of a spool and attached hand crank. In larger forms, winches stand at the heart of machines as diverse as tow trucks, steam shovels and elevators Capstan or Drum - A capstan is a vertical-axled rotating machine developed for use on sailing ships to apply force to ropes
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– Passed in 1999, the GBLA requires all types of financial institutions to protect customers’ private financial information. • Protecting private data is the process of ensuring data confidentiality. Organizations must use proper security controls specific to this concern. An example is: o Adopting a data classification standard that defines how to treat data throughout your IT infrastructure. This is the road map for identifying what controls are needed to keep data safe. • Standard
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insulin resistance have significant clinical implications for patients with metabolic syndrome. Training and diet is not enough for obesity. In the US, around 35% of adults and 17% of children and adolescents are obese.Both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institutes of Health cite a healthy diet and exercise as a primary factor in combatting obesity. Is it really that simple? Not according to lead author Dr. Christopher Ochner, assistant professor of pediatrics and psychiatry
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