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Predicting the lifetime of a network is a stochastic and very hard task. Sensitivity analysis of a network in order to identify the weakest points in the network, provides valuable knowledge to draw an optimum investment strategy for the expansion of the networks for the network carriers. To achieve this goal, a new measure, called topology lifetime, was recently proposed for measuring the performance of a telecommunication network. This measure not only allows to perform a sensitivity analysis of the networks, but also it provides the means to compare the different topologies with respect to the ability of the network in supporting growth in network traffic before new capacity/facility is installed. This paper addresses some improvements upon the previously defined measures and presents the implementation results of the various lifetime measure methodologies. Computational analysis on some commonly used topologies show how the new measure can be utilized in assessing network performance.
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Predicting the lifetime of a network is a stochastic and very hard task. Sensitivity analysis of a network in order to identify the weakest points in the network, provides valuable knowledge to draw an optimum investment strategy for the expansion of the networks for the network carriers. To achieve this goal, a new measure, called topology lifetime, was recently proposed for measuring the performance of a telecommunication network. This measure not only allows to perform a sensitivity analysis of the networks, but also it provides the means to compare the different topologies with respect to the ability of the network in supporting growth in network traffic before new capacity/facility is installed. This paper addresses some improvements upon the previously defined measures and presents the implementation results of the various lifetime measure methodologies. Computational analysis on some commonly used topologies show how the new measure can be utilized in assessing network performance.
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Lateral Plains and the University of Ballarat’s Centre for eCommerce and Communications were commissioned by Yarra Ranges Council to undertake research to extend understanding of how better information communication technology (ICT) infrastructure and its use can lead to greater levels of innovation across the municipality. The online survey was completed between the period- March, 2011- April, 2011 275 valid responses were received. An ICT survey in online and hardcopy formats was used to gather an evidence base to support ICT. Summary available online. Qualitatitve data may be available by contacting CeCC.
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Recently there has been a growth in the surveillance of students' online activities. This has been facilitated not only by the increasing numbers of digital devices, but also through surveillance creep (Marx, 1998). Drawing upon this concept and associated ideas, including data creep, policy creep and concept creep, this paper explores the digital monitoring of students via classroom management software, social media surveillance and education apps. It is concluded that driven by commercialisation, commodification and normalisation surveillance creep is problematic insofar as it results in over-blocking, undermines digital rights, invades privacy, appropriates personal property and proprietorially harvests data. Language
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The Wimmera Southern Mallee region dataset comprises results from a survey conducted June 2010 – 2011. The Wimmera Southern Mallee region has a population of 57,100. A total of 318 responses were received. More than 350 residents, businesses and local governmentrepresentatives were actively engaged through community forums, business and community surveys and case studies. The survey collected data to review ICT in the Central Highland Region.
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Lateral Plains and the Centre for eCommerce and Communication were engaged by Moorabool Shire and Multimedia Victoria to review ICT in the Moorabool region. Background information on this study is available here. The study was completed in the period between April 2009 and April 2010. 238 survey responses were received. The opportunity to participate in the survey was promoted through direct email, flyers to schools, at Bacchus Marsh and Ballan Railway stations, notices on Moorabool websites, media releases and via community groups The responses to the survey formed an important part of the Moorabool Community Broadband and Telecommunications Strategy which will build and shape the Moorabool Shire's ICT policy for the coming years. Another way that the community got involved was by informing the project team of local examples of ICT usage that demonstrate the positive impacts of local adoption.
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The Central Highlands ICT dataset comprises results from a survey conducted during April to September, 2010. A total of 305 responses were received. Where comparable questions were asked through the Moorabool ICT Study, these responses have been included bringing the number of respondents to 525. Respondents came from Moorabool Shire, Ararat Rural City, Northern Grampians, Pyrenees Shire and Hepburn Shire. The survey collected data to Study to review ICT in the Central Highland Region. The survey was paper-based and online and comprised 40 possible questions. The Central Highlands ICT study included mapping ICT adoption levels and service satisfaction, and attempted to identify area of pent up demand for services. The goal was to develop an evidence base to assist the region in building and shaping its ICT policy in the coming years.
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The Central Highlands ICT dataset comprises results from a survey conducted during April to September, 2010. A total of 305 responses were received. Where comparable questions were asked through the Moorabool ICT Study, these responses have been included bringing the number of respondents to 525. Respondents came from Moorabool Shire, Ararat Rural City, Northern Grampians, Pyrenees Shire and Hepburn Shire. The survey collected data to Study to review ICT in the Central Highland Region. The survey was paper-based and online and comprised 40 possible questions. The Central Highlands ICT study included mapping ICT adoption levels and service satisfaction, and attempted to identify area of pent up demand for services. The goal was to develop an evidence base to assist the region in building and shaping its ICT policy in the coming years.
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A combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods were utilised to collect information from across the Great South Coast(GSC) region Victoria which included (5 municipalities:- Warrnambool City and the Shires of Corangamite, Glenelg, Moyne and Southern Grampians) and were aimed at information regarding telecommunications and broadband access and services, barriers and usage at local levels. Data collection methods included key stakeholder interviews, the online survey, case studies and spatial mapping of the responses and feedback garnered mainly from the surveys. Anticipated NBN access infrastructure has also been mapped.The adopted consultation and research methodology was designed to assess demand and support from business operators, local residents and other stakeholders for next generation broadband for the GSC region. The online survey was a major instrument for gathering data in the period to July 2011. The largest contributions to the 598 valid responses came from Warrnambool (n=166), Hamilton (n=94), Camperdown (n=29) and Portland (n=23). Summary available online. Qualitative data may be available by contacting CeCC.
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A combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods were utilised to collect information from across the Great South Coast(GSC) region Victoria which included (5 municipalities:- Warrnambool City and the Shires of Corangamite, Glenelg, Moyne and Southern Grampians) and were aimed at information regarding telecommunications and broadband access and services, barriers and usage at local levels. Data collection methods included key stakeholder interviews, the online survey, case studies and spatial mapping of the responses and feedback garnered mainly from the surveys. Anticipated NBN access infrastructure has also been mapped.The adopted consultation and research methodology was designed to assess demand and support from business operators, local residents and other stakeholders for next generation broadband for the GSC region. The online survey was a major instrument for gathering data in the period to July 2011. The largest contributions to the 598 valid responses came from Warrnambool (n=166), Hamilton (n=94), Camperdown (n=29) and Portland (n=23). Summary available online. Qualitative data may be available by contacting CeCC.