CSN 2008

The Seventh IASTED International Conference on Communication Systems and Networks

September 1 – 3, 2008

Palma de Mallorca, Spain

The Seventh IASTED International Conference on Communication Systems and Networks (CSN 2008) will create an international forum for researchers and practitioners to exchange new ideas and practical experience in the areas of networks and communication systems. It is an opportunity to present and observe the latest research, results, and ideas in these areas. CSN 2008 will strengthen relations between the communications sector, research laboratories, and universities. All papers submitted to this conference will be peer evaluated by at least two reviewers. Acceptance will be based primarily on originality and contribution.

This conference will comprise the following 4 Symposia:

SYMPOSIUM 1: Telecommunications Technology

• Coding and Modulation Techniques
• CDMA Systems
• RF Engineering
• OFDM Technology
• Spread Spectrum Techniques
• Communication Protocols
• Digital Integrated Services (ISDN)
• Channel Measurement and Characterization
• Equalization
• Modeling and Simulation
• Software Applications
• Intelligent Interfaces
• Augmented Reality
• Intelligent Ambience

SYMPOSIUM 2: Wireless Networks

• Wireless IP Networks
• Wireless LAN
• Wireless Personal Communication Systems
• Mobile Computing
• Broadband Mobile Communication Systems
• Multimedia over Wireless
• Wireless Networks Standards and Protocols
• Inter-Working of 2G, 3G, and 4G Wireless Networks
• Cellular Technology
• Mobile Internet
• m-Commerce
• Network Modelling and Simulation
• Sensor Networks
• Ad-Hoc Networks

SYMPOSIUM 3: Optical Communication Systems

• Fiber Optic Communication
• Synchronous Optical Networks (SONET)
• IP and ATM over Optical Networks
• Wavelength Division Multiplexing (WDM)
• Light Sources (Lasers and LEDs)
• Transmitters and Receivers
• Optical Couplers
• High-Speed Internet
• Applications

SYMPOSIUM 4: Networking

• IPv6
• Content Distribution Networks
• P2P Systems
• High Speed Networking
• Streaming Protocols
• Multicasting
• Modelling and Simulation
• Congestion Control Mechanisms
• High-Speed Routing and Switching

 Important Deadlines

Submissions due                                                                                              April 15, 2008

Notification of acceptance                                                                                June 1, 2008

Final manuscripts due                                                                                       July 1, 2008

Registration deadline                                                                                        July 4, 2008

More information is available on the website http://www.iasted.org/conferences/home-629.html