Dependable Computing For Critical Applications

Author : Algirdas Avizienis,Jean-Claude Laprie
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 428 pages
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Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783709191231

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Dependable Computing for Critical Applications by Algirdas Avizienis,Jean-Claude Laprie Pdf

The International Working Conference on Dependable Computing for Critical Applications was the first conference organized by IFIP Working Group 10. 4 "Dependable Computing and Fault Tolerance", in cooperation with the Technical Committee on Fault-Tolerant Computing of the IEEE Computer Society, and the Technical Committee 7 on Systems Reliability, Safety and Security of EWlCS. The rationale for the Working Conference is best expressed by the aims of WG 10. 4: " Increasingly, individuals and organizations are developing or procuring sophisticated computing systems on whose services they need to place great reliance. In differing circumstances, the focus will be on differing properties of such services - e. g. continuity, performance, real-time response, ability to avoid catastrophic failures, prevention of deliberate privacy intrusions. The notion of dependability, defined as that property of a computing system which allows reliance to be justifiably placed on the service it delivers, enables these various concerns to be subsumed within a single conceptual framework. Dependability thus includes as special cases such attributes as reliability, availability, safety, security. The Working Group is aimed at identifying and integrating approaches, methods and techniques for specifying, designing, building, assessing, validating, operating and maintaining computer systems which should exhibit some or all of these attributes. " The concept of WG 10. 4 was formulated during the IFIP Working Conference on Reliable Computing and Fault Tolerance on September 27-29, 1979 in London, England, held in conjunction with the Europ-IFIP 79 Conference. Profs A. Avi~ienis (UCLA, Los Angeles, USA) and A.

Author : Ravishankar K. Iyer
Publisher : Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers(IEEE)
Page : 368 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Computers
ISBN : UCSC:32106013983199

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Dependable Computing for Critical Applications 5 by Ravishankar K. Iyer Pdf

Can we rely on computers? The individual aspects of system dependability, reliability, availability, safety, and security are the factors that determine application success. To answer this question, the text explores the integration of these dependability attributes within practical working systems. This is an important new title in the series on Dependable Computing and Fault-Tolerant Systems.

Author : John F. Meyer,Richard D. Schlichting
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 439 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783709191989

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Dependable Computing for Critical Applications 2 by John F. Meyer,Richard D. Schlichting Pdf

This volume contains the papers presented at the Second International Work ing Conference on Dependable Computing for Critical Applications, sponsored by IFIP Working Group lOA and held in Tucson, Arizona on February 18-20, 1991. In keeping with the first such conference on this topic, which took place at the University of California, Santa Barbara in 1989, this meeting was like wise concerned with an important basic question: Can we rely on Computers? In more precise terms, it addressed various aspects of computer system de pendability, a broad concept defined as th'e trustworthiness of computer service such that reliance can justifiably be placed on this service. Given that this term includes attributes such as reliability, availability, safety, and security, it is our hope that these papers will contribute to further integration of these ideas in the context of critical applications. The program consisted of 20 papers and three panel sessions. The papers were selected from a total of 61 submissions at a November 1990 meeting of the Program Committee in Ann Arbor, Michigan. We were very fortunate to have a broad spectrum of interests represented, with papers in the final program coming from seven different countries, representing work at universities, corporations, and government agencies. The process was greatly facilitated by the diligent work of the Program Committee and the quality of reviews provided by outside referees. In addition to the paper presentations, there were three panel sessions or ganized to examine particular topics in detail.

Author : Carl E. Landwehr,Brian Randell,Luca Simoncini
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 380 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2013-06-29
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783709140093

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Dependable Computing for Critical Applications 3 by Carl E. Landwehr,Brian Randell,Luca Simoncini Pdf

This volume contains the papers presented. at the Third IFIP International Working Conference on Dependable Computing for Critical Applications, sponsored by IFIP Working Group 10.4 and held in Mondello (Sicily), Italy on September 14-16, 1992. System developers increasingly apply computers where they can affect the safety and security of people and equipment. The Third IFIP International Working Conference on Dependable Computing for Critical Applications, like its predecessors, addressed various aspects of computer system dependability, a broad term defined as the degree of trust that may justifiably be placed in a system's reliability, availability, safety, security, and performance. Because the scope of the conference was so broad, we hope the presentations and discussions will contribute to the integration of these concepts so that future computer-based systems will indeed be more dependable. The Program Committee selected 18 papers for presentation from a total of 7 4 submissions at a May meeting in Newcastle upon Tyne, UK. The resulting program represented a broad spectrum of interests, with papers from universities, corporations, and government agencies in eight countries. Much diligent work by the Program Committee and the quality of reviews from more than a hundred external referees from around the world, for which we are most grateful, significantly eased the production of this technical program.

Author : Flaviu Cristian,Gerard LeLann,Teresa Lunt
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 479 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2012-12-06
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783709193969

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Dependable Computing for Critical Applications 4 by Flaviu Cristian,Gerard LeLann,Teresa Lunt Pdf

This volume contains the articles presented at the Fourth InternationallFIP Working Conference on Dependable Computing for Critical Applications held in San Diego, California, on January 4-6, 1994. In keeping with the previous three conferences held in August 1989 at Santa Barbara (USA), in February 1991 at Tucson (USA), and in September 1992 at Mondello (Italy), the conference was concerned with an important basic question: can we rely on computer systems for critical applications? This conference, like its predecessors, addressed various aspects of dependability, a broad term defined as the degree of trust that may justifiably be placed in a system's reliability, availability, safety, security and performance. Because of its broad scope, a main goal was to contribute to a unified understanding and integration of these concepts. The Program Committee selected 21 papers for presentation from a total of 95 submissions at a September meeting in Menlo Park, California. The resulting program represents a broad spectrum of interests, with papers from universities, corporations and government agencies in eight countries. The selection process was greatly facilitated by the diligent work of the program committee members, for which we are most grateful. As a Working Conference, the program was designed to promote the exchange of ideas by extensive discussions. All paper sessions ended with a 30 minute discussion period on the topics covered by the session. In addition, three panel sessions have been organizcd.

Author : Carl E. Landwehr,Brian Randell,Luca Simoncini
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 381 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 1993-01-01
Category : Application software
ISBN : 3211824812

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Dependable Computing for Critical Applications 3 by Carl E. Landwehr,Brian Randell,Luca Simoncini Pdf

This book contains the papers presented and discussed at the 3rd IFIP Working Conference on Dependable Computing for Critical Applications. Based on feedback at that meeting, these papers were then revised and updated prior to inclusion in this volume. The topics addressed span the spectrum of dependable computing, from design methods for distributed, fault-tolerant systems to formal and experimental validation techniques. The unique focus of this forum on critical applications is what distinguishes many of these papers from those found elsewhere. This book is of interest to individuals involved in the development of computing systems where dependability attributes such as reliability, safety, and security are a major concern.

Author : Charles B. Weinstock,John Rushby
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Computers
ISBN : 0769502857

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Dependable Computing for Critical Applications 7 by Charles B. Weinstock,John Rushby Pdf

Author : Mario Dal Cin,Catherine Meadows
Publisher : Institute of Electrical & Electronics Engineers(IEEE)
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1998
Category : Computers
ISBN : UCSC:32106014627654

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Dependable Computing for Critical Applications 6 by Mario Dal Cin,Catherine Meadows Pdf

Fourteen papers from the 1997 conference address the dependability of computer systems to perform critical tasks. The main aspects examined are fault detection mechanisms, dependability evaluation, real-time and distributed systems, verification, case studies, and dependability and security evaluation. The volume also presents five position papers from a panel discussion on extending QoS to include performance, dependability, and security. No index. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Author : Hassan B. Diab,Albert Y. Zomaya
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 693 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 2005-10-05
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780471674221

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Dependable Computing Systems by Hassan B. Diab,Albert Y. Zomaya Pdf

A team of recognized experts leads the way to dependable computing systems With computers and networks pervading every aspect of daily life, there is an ever-growing demand for dependability. In this unique resource, researchers and organizations will find the tools needed to identify and engage state-of-the-art approaches used for the specification, design, and assessment of dependable computer systems. The first part of the book addresses models and paradigms of dependable computing, and the second part deals with enabling technologies and applications. Tough issues in creating dependable computing systems are also tackled, including: * Verification techniques * Model-based evaluation * Adjudication and data fusion * Robust communications primitives * Fault tolerance * Middleware * Grid security * Dependability in IBM mainframes * Embedded software * Real-time systems Each chapter of this contributed work has been authored by a recognized expert. This is an excellent textbook for graduate and advanced undergraduate students in electrical engineering, computer engineering, and computer science, as well as a must-have reference that will help engineers, programmers, and technologists develop systems that are secure and reliable.

Author : Ravishankar K. Iyer,Zbigniew T. Kalbarczyk,Nithin M. Nakka
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 852 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2024-04-18
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781119743460

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Dependable Computing by Ravishankar K. Iyer,Zbigniew T. Kalbarczyk,Nithin M. Nakka Pdf

Dependable Computing Covering dependability from software and hardware perspectives Dependable Computing: Design and Assessment looks at both the software and hardware aspects of dependability. This book: Provides an in-depth examination of dependability/fault tolerance topics Describes dependability taxonomy, and briefly contrasts classical techniques with their modern counterparts or extensions Walks up the system stack from the hardware logic via operating systems up to software applications with respect to how they are hardened for dependability Describes the use of measurement-based analysis of computing systems Illustrates technology through real-life applications Discusses security attacks and unique dependability requirements for emerging applications, e.g., smart electric power grids and cloud computing Finally, using critical societal applications such as autonomous vehicles, large-scale clouds, and engineering solutions for healthcare, the book illustrates the emerging challenges faced in making artificial intelligence (AI) and its applications dependable and trustworthy. This book is suitable for those studying in the fields of computer engineering and computer science. Professionals who are working within the new reality to ensure dependable computing will find helpful information to support their efforts. With the support of practical case studies and use cases from both academia and real-world deployments, the book provides a journey of developments that include the impact of artificial intelligence and machine learning on this ever-growing field. This book offers a single compendium that spans the myriad areas in which dependability has been applied, providing theoretical concepts and applied knowledge with content that will excite a beginner, and rigor that will satisfy an expert. Accompanying the book is an online repository of problem sets and solutions, as well as slides for instructors, that span the chapters of the book.

Author : Gary M. Koob,Clifford G. Lau
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 41,7 Mb
Release : 1994-09-30
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780792394853

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Foundations of Dependable Computing by Gary M. Koob,Clifford G. Lau Pdf

Foundations of Dependable Computing: Paradigms for Dependable Applications, presents a variety of specific approaches to achieving dependability at the application level. Driven by the higher level fault models of Models and Frameworks for Dependable Systems, and built on the lower level abstractions implemented in a third companion book subtitled System Implementation, these approaches demonstrate how dependability may be tuned to the requirements of an application, the fault environment, and the characteristics of the target platform. Three classes of paradigms are considered: protocol-based paradigms for distributed applications, algorithm-based paradigms for parallel applications, and approaches to exploiting application semantics in embedded real-time control systems. The companion volume subtitled Models and Frameworks for Dependable Systems presents two comprehensive frameworks for reasoning about system dependability, thereby establishing a context for understanding the roles played by specific approaches presented in this book's two companion volumes. It then explores the range of models and analysis methods necessary to design, validate and analyze dependable systems. Another companion book (published by Kluwer) subtitled System Implementation, explores the system infrastructure needed to support the various paradigms of Paradigms for Dependable Applications. Approaches to implementing support mechanisms and to incorporating additional appropriate levels of fault detection and fault tolerance at the processor, network, and operating system level are presented. A primary concern at these levels is balancing cost and performance against coverage and overall dependability. As these chapters demonstrate, low overhead, practical solutions are attainable and not necessarily incompatible with performance considerations. The section on innovative compiler support, in particular, demonstrates how the benefits of application specificity may be obtained while reducing hardware cost and run-time overhead.

Author : Gary M. Koob,Clifford G. Lau
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 325 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2007-08-19
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9780585280028

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Foundations of Dependable Computing by Gary M. Koob,Clifford G. Lau Pdf

Foundations of Dependable Computing: System Implementation, explores the system infrastructure needed to support the various paradigms of Paradigms for Dependable Applications. Approaches to implementing support mechanisms and to incorporating additional appropriate levels of fault detection and fault tolerance at the processor, network, and operating system level are presented. A primary concern at these levels is balancing cost and performance against coverage and overall dependability. As these chapters demonstrate, low overhead, practical solutions are attainable and not necessarily incompatible with performance considerations. The section on innovative compiler support, in particular, demonstrates how the benefits of application specificity may be obtained while reducing hardware cost and run-time overhead. A companion to this volume (published by Kluwer) subtitled Models and Frameworks for Dependable Systems presents two comprehensive frameworks for reasoning about system dependability, thereby establishing a context for understanding the roles played by specific approaches presented in this book's two companion volumes. It then explores the range of models and analysis methods necessary to design, validate and analyze dependable systems. Another companion to this book (published by Kluwer), subtitled Paradigms for Dependable Applications, presents a variety of specific approaches to achieving dependability at the application level. Driven by the higher level fault models of Models and Frameworks for Dependable Systems, and built on the lower level abstractions implemented in a third companion book subtitled System Implementation, these approaches demonstrate how dependability may be tuned to the requirements of an application, the fault environment, and the characteristics of the target platform. Three classes of paradigms are considered: protocol-based paradigms for distributed applications, algorithm-based paradigms for parallel applications, and approaches to exploiting application semantics in embedded real-time control systems.

Author : Brian Randell,Jean-Claude Laprie,Hermann Kopetz,Bev Littlewood
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 592 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2013-11-11
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9783642797897

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Predictably Dependable Computing Systems by Brian Randell,Jean-Claude Laprie,Hermann Kopetz,Bev Littlewood Pdf

Author : Klaus Echtle,Dieter Hammer,David Powell
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 642 pages
File Size : 49,5 Mb
Release : 1994-09-21
Category : Computers
ISBN : 3540584269

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Dependable Computing - EDCC-1 by Klaus Echtle,Dieter Hammer,David Powell Pdf

This book presents the proceedings of the First European Dependable Computing Conference (EDCC-1), held in Berlin, Germany, in October 1994. EDCC is the merger of two former European events on dependable computing. The volume comprises 34 refereed full papers selected from 106 submissions. The contributions address all current aspects of dependable computing and reflect the state of the art in dependable systems research and advanced applications; among the topics covered are hardware and software reliability, safety-critical and secure systems, fault-tolerance and detection, verification and validation, formal methods, hardware and software testing, and parallel and distributed systems.

Author : David Powell
Publisher : Springer Science & Business Media
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2013-04-17
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781475733532

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A Generic Fault-Tolerant Architecture for Real-Time Dependable Systems by David Powell Pdf

The design of computer systems to be embedded in critical real-time applications is a complex task. Such systems must not only guarantee to meet hard real-time deadlines imposed by their physical environment, they must guarantee to do so dependably, despite both physical faults (in hardware) and design faults (in hardware or software). A fault-tolerance approach is mandatory for these guarantees to be commensurate with the safety and reliability requirements of many life- and mission-critical applications. This book explains the motivations and the results of a collaborative project', whose objective was to significantly decrease the lifecycle costs of such fault tolerant systems. The end-user companies participating in this project already deploy fault-tolerant systems in critical railway, space and nuclear-propulsion applications. However, these are proprietary systems whose architectures have been tailored to meet domain-specific requirements. This has led to very costly, inflexible, and often hardware-intensive solutions that, by the time they are developed, validated and certified for use in the field, can already be out-of-date in terms of their underlying hardware and software technology.