This book gives a comprehensive guide on the fundamental concepts, applications, algorithms, protocols, new trends and challenges, and research results in the area of Green Information and Communications Systems. It is an invaluable resource giving knowledge on the core and specialized issues in the field, making it highly suitable for both the new and experienced researcher in this area.

Key Features:






Core research topics of green information and communication systems are covered from a network design perspective, giving both theoretical and practical perspectives
Provides a unified covering of otherwise disperse selected topics on green computing, information, communication and networking
Includes a set of downloadable PowerPoint slides and glossary of terms for each chapter
A ‘whose-who’ of international contributors
Extensive bibliography for enhancing further knowledge




Coverage includes:



Smart grid technologies and communications
Spectrum management
Cognitive and autonomous radio systems
Computing and communication architectures
Data centres
Distributed networking
Cloud computing
Next generation wireless communication systems
4G access networking
Optical core networks
Cooperation transmission
Security and privacy