Peer-to-peer computing the evolution of a disruptive technology /

• Corporate Author: IGI Global.
• Other Authors: Subramanian, Ramesh., Goodman, Brian D.
• Format: Electronic
• Language: English
• Published: Hershey, Pa. : IGI Global (701 E. Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, Pennsylvania, 17033, USA), c2005.
• Subjects: Peer-to-peer architecture (Computer networks)
• Online Access: View fulltext via EzAccess
• Physical Description: electronic texts (xvi, 308 p. : ill.) : digital files.; Also available in print.
• Format: Mode of access: World Wide Web.
• Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index.
• ISBN: 9781591404316 (ebook); 1591404312 (ebook)
• Access: Restricted to subscribers or individual electronic text purchasers.

Peer to Peer Computing: The Evolution of Disruptive Technology takes a holistic approach to the affects P2P Computing has on a number a disciplines. Some of those areas covered within this book include grid computing, web services, bio-informatics, security, finance and economics, collaboration, and legal issues. Unique in its approach, Peer to Peer Computing includes current articles from academics as well as IT practitioners and consultants from around the world. As a result, the book strikes a balance for many readers. Neither too technical or too managerial, Peer to Peer Computing appeals to the needs of both researchers and practitioners who are trying to gain a more thorough understanding of current P2P technologies and their emerging ramifications.