Books in Computer science

The Computing collection presents a range of foundational and applied content across computer and data science, including fields such as Artificial Intelligence; Computational Modelling; Computer Networks, Computer Organization & Architecture, Computer Vision & Pattern Recognition, Data Management; Embedded Systems & Computer Engineering; HCI/User Interface Design; Information Security; Machine Learning; Network Security; Software Engineering.

Books Journals

Foundations of Cloud Computing

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Robert Shimonski
English
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Foundations of Cloud Computing provides readers with a guidebook to navigating the field of Cloud Computing, including the guiding principles, key concepts, history, terminology, state-of-the-art in research, and a roadmap to where the field intersects and interacts with related fields of research and development. In this age of total connectivity, researchers need to be able to communicate and collaborate with a wide range of colleagues across multiple disciplines. This book helps researchers from all fields understand what Cloud Computing is, how it works, and how to speak the language of collaboration with developers and researchers who specialize in the field. With a complete and in-depth foundation in the key concepts of the field, and a roadmap to where and how Cloud Computing intersects across the domains of scientific research and application development, this book gives readers everything they need to navigate and apply this important, ubiquitous technology.

Quantum Communication and Cryptography

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Walter Krawec
English
Paperback
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Quantum Communication and Cryptography introduces readers to the theory of quantum cryptography, with a focus will on quantum key distribution (QKD) and more advanced quantum cryptographic protocols beyond QKD. It contains a brief introduction to the field of modern cryptography that is needed to fully appreciate and understand how quantum cryptographic systems are proven secure, and how they can be safely used in combination with current day classical systems. Readers are then introduced to quantum key distribution (QKD) - perhaps the most celebrated, and currently the most practical, of quantum cryptographic techniques.Basic protocols are described, and security proofs are given, providing readers with the knowledge needed to understand how QKD protocols are proven secure using modern, state- of-the-art definitions of security. Following this, more advanced QKD protocols are discussed, along with alternative quantum and classical methods to improve QKD performance. Finally, alternative quantum cryptographic protocols are covered, along with a discussion on some of the practical considerations of quantum secure communication technology. Throughout, protocols are described in a clear and consistent manner that still provides comprehensive, theoretical proofs and methods.

Synthetic Media, Deepfakes, and Cyber Deception

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Cameron H. Malin + 2 more
English
Paperback
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Synthetic Media, Deepfakes, and Cyber Deception: Attacks, Analysis, and Defenses introduces the only analytical Synthetic Media Analysis Framework (SMAF) to help describe cyber threats and help security professionals anticipate and analyze attacks. This framework encompasses seven dimensions: Credibility, Control, Medium, Interactivity, Familiarity, Intended Target, and Evocation. Synthetic media is a broad term that encompasses the artificial manipulation, modification, and production of information, covering a spectrum from audio-video deepfakes to text-based chatbots. Synthetic media provides cyber attackers and scammers with a game-changing advantage over traditional ROSE attacks because they have the potential to convincingly impersonate close associates through text, imagery, voice, and video.This burgeoning threat has yet to be meaningfully addressed through any written treatment on the topic. The book is co-authored by three cyber influence and deception experts who have gained deep knowledge and experience on the topic through diverse, true operational pathways and backgrounds. The diversity and perspectives of the author team makes the content in the book the broadest and deepest treatment of synthetic media attacks available to readers.

Data-Driven Diagnostics and Disease Prediction with AI Optimization

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Shailendra Pratap Singh + 3 more
English

Data-Driven Diagnostics and Disease Prediction with AI Optimization provides useful insights into model creation, data preparation, and ethical issues for healthcare applications. This book covers all the conventional and non-conventional methods related to this domain. It also discusses AI-based optimization techniques, Machine Learning models, and Advanced AI. It offers practical insights, case studies, and optimization strategies to help data scientists, and researchers efficiently employ AI in diagnostics and illness prediction in a world where precise diagnostics and early illness prediction may save lives and healthcare resources.

Moving Towards Fully Autonomous and Cost-Effective Surgical Robotic Systems with AI

1st Edition
July 1, 2026
Tawanda Mushiri + 3 more
English

Moving Towards Fully Autonomous and Cost-Effective Surgical Robotic Systems with AI offers advanced insights into how AI can be used to optimize the design, manufacturing, and clinical application of these systems. It covers a wide range of topics, including the introduction of surgical robotic systems design and the presentation of a fully autonomous surgical robotic system for minimally invasive surgery. Advanced medical imaging techniques integrated with surgical robots are discussed to enhance surgical precision and safety. The book also highlights the application of machine learning and deep learning models in robotic-assisted surgery, with the development of novel algorithms for autonomous surgical robots. Various AI approaches for optimizing surgical robotic systems and the design considerations for manufacturing and assembly are examined. Additionally, the book includes a thorough analysis of the life cycle and economic aspects of surgical robotic systems, as well as risk assessment and evaluation methods. The final chapters address ethics considerations and explore future enhancements in the realm of fully autonomous surgical robotic systems. Overall, this book aims to contribute to the technical understanding, design aspects, and ethical dimensions of surgical robotics, promoting safer and more efficient surgical procedures.

Artificial Intelligence for the Water-Energy-Food Nexus

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Shahryar Jafarinejad + 1 more
English

Artificial Intelligence for the Water-Energy-Food Nexus considers the interrelationships between water, energy, and food, which are key to sustainable development, and the potential of artificial intelligence (AI) as a tool to facilitate research and development within and between these areas. The first chapter introduces the water-energy-food nexus, including the three dimensions of the nexus (water-energy nexus, water-food nexus, and energy-food nexus), assessment and analysis methods, challenges and opportunities, trends, and future perspectives. The second chapter discusses artificial intelligence techniques, such as machine learning, natural language processing, machine or computer vision, and automation and robotics. This is followed by in-depth chapters that study the application of AI techniques to the three different sectors that form the nexus, covering water treatment processes, wastewater management, water quality and pollution, water resource management, renewable energy systems, load monitoring, grid management and smart grid, optimization and process control, energy consumption, energy storage, smart energy forecasting, and sorting and classification, detection, safety, prediction, control, quality analysis, production process optimization, and packaging in the context of the food industry. The final chapter brings everything together by presenting the applications of AI to the water-energy nexus, water-food nexus, energy-food nexus, and water-energy-food nexus. This book is of interest to all those who are looking to understand and utilize AI techniques in the context of energy, water, food, sustainable development, or other interdisciplinary areas, including researchers, advanced students, faculty, engineers, R&D, industry professionals, and policy makers.

Cybersecurity Defensive Walls in Edge Computing

1st Edition
October 1, 2025
Agbotiname Lucky Imoize + 3 more
English

Cybersecurity Defensive Walls in Edge Computing dives into the creation of robust cybersecurity defenses for increasingly vulnerable edge devices. This book examines the unique security challenges of edge environments, including limited resources and potentially untrusted networks, providing fundamental concepts for real-time vulnerability detection and mitigation through novel system architectures, experimental frameworks, and AI/ML techniques. Researchers and industry professionals working in cybersecurity, edge computing, cloud computing, defensive technologies, and threat intelligence will find this to be a valuable resource that illuminates critical aspects of edge-based security to advance theoretical analysis, system design, and practical implementation of defensive walls. With a focus on fast-growing edge application scenarios, this book offers valuable insights into strengthening real-time security for the proliferation of interconnected edge devices.

Fundamentals of Fog Computing and the Internet of Things for Smart Healthcare

1st Edition
September 17, 2025
Joseph Bamidele Awotunde + 3 more
English

Fundamentals of Fog Computing and the Internet of Things for Smart Healthcare explores the intersection of two transformative technologies, fog computing and the IoT, shedding light on how they are revolutionizing healthcare. The book serves as an essential guide for researchers and graduate students, explaining the underlying concepts, operational benefits, and potential challenges of these technologies. By delving into how fog computing enhances real-time data processing, the book's authors provide invaluable insights into the practical applications of these advancements in the healthcare industry.Additionally, together with its companion book, Advances in Fog computing and the Internet of Things for Smart Healthcare, the series provides a comprehensive understanding of how these technologies are enabling more efficient, personalized, and accessible healthcare services. By facilitating smart applications and services across various industries, fog computing optimizes performance, latency, privacy, and overall system efficiency, ultimately contributing to the development of more effective and responsive IoT ecosystems.

Digital Transformation and Equitable Global Health

1st Edition
September 10, 2025
Arletty Pinel + 2 more
English

Digital Transformation and Equitable Global Health: A Future-Ready Perspective presents a collective body of knowledge and global experiences that demonstrate current status and future trends in the use of exponential technologies and their potential for poverty reduction, improving health outcomes, strengthening health systems, and transforming traditional development aid structures. The book uses a translational innovation perspective to guide the reader—regardless of their area of expertise—on the rationale behind the co-creation of human-centered, affordable, and sustainable digital solutions.It addresses the interest of professionals from multiple areas (e.g., technology, health, social development, global financing), and it is a valuable resource for professionals, social scientists, practitioners, researchers, instructors, and undergraduate and graduate students interested in understanding the challenges and complexities of global public health and the applied uses of health technologies for equitable access to primary health care and universal health coverage.

Metaverse in the Healthcare Industry

1st Edition
September 10, 2025
Hemachandran Kannan + 4 more
English

Metaverse in the Healthcare Industry: Potential Applications, Tools, and Techniques explores the intersection of rapidly evolving metaverse technology and its implications for the healthcare sector. The book provides a comprehensive overview of virtual and augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and other immersive technologies that have gained significant attention within the context of the metaverse in healthcare. It emphasizes how these technologies can revolutionize healthcare by enabling virtual clinics, patient education, remote medical training, therapeutic interventions, and much more. By bringing together diverse perspectives, it contributes to the ongoing discourse on the future of healthcare delivery and innovation.This book also delves into technical aspects of metaverse development and its integration with existing healthcare systems. It discusses ethical considerations and challenges associated with implementing metaverse technologies in healthcare settings. Additionally, it highlights the potential to reshape the healthcare landscape by fostering innovation, improving patient care, and revolutionizing medical training and research. Readers will gain insights into applications, tools, and techniques for leveraging the metaverse to create more effective and accessible healthcare solutions.

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