Epidemics and Rumours in Complex Networks

by Moez Draief, Laurent Massoulié, Laurent Massouli, et al.

Book Overview

Information propagation through peer-to-peer systems, online social systems, wireless mobile ad hoc networks and other modern structures can be modelled as an epidemic on a network of contacts. Understanding how epidemic processes interact with network topology allows us to predict ultimate course, understand phase transitions and develop strategies to control and optimise dissemination. This book is a concise introduction for applied mathematicians...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0521734436
• ISBN13: 9780521734431
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Length: 130 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.9" x 8.7"