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Herwig Unger,Mario Kubek

The Autonomous Web

The Autonomous Web

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This book proposes a decentralized Web system that employs diverse algorithms for load balancing, routing, clustering, document classification, and time-dependent information management, challenging the centralized role of big search engines. Three decentralized Web search approaches are discussed as the backbone of the new autonomous Web.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 158 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2022
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG


The book heralds a revolutionary shift towards transforming the World Wide Web into a self-managing, autonomous information system that aims to challenge the dominant role of big search engines as centralized information managers. Over the past few decades, the Web has emerged as the unparalleled source for a vast array of information, catering to diverse needs. In this comprehensive exploration, a groundbreaking Web-based system is unveiled for the first time, employing all its instances equally to provide, consume, and process information in a uniform and consistent manner. To achieve this, a diverse set of algorithms is introduced, encompassing innovative mechanisms for load balancing, routing, clustering, document classification, and time-dependent information management. These cutting-edge techniques span across nearly all system levels, fostering the creation of an efficient, decentralized, and fully integrated information space. Furthermore, the book delves into three distinct approaches to decentralized Web search, which serve as the foundation for the emerging autonomous Web. These approaches encompass distributed search, peer-to-peer search, and semantic search, each offering unique advantages and paving the way for a more decentralized and user-centric information landscape. By embracing these transformative concepts, the book empowers readers to unlock the full potential of the Web, fostering a more decentralized, collaborative, and knowledge-driven digital ecosystem.

Weight: 279g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030909383
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022

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