Software Engineering and Computer Systems, Part I

Name: Software Engineering and Computer Systems, Part I | Second International Conference, ICSECS 2011, Kuantan, Malaysia, June 27-29, 2011. Proceedings, Part I
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Second International Conference, ICSECS 2011, Kuantan, Malaysia, June 27-29, 2011. Proceedings, Part I

Jasni Mohamad Zain Wan Maseri Wan Mohd Eyas El-Qawasmeh(Herausgeber*in)

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Intro
Title
Preface
Organization
Table of Contents
Software Engineering
Use of Agents in Building Integration Tool for Component-Based Application
Introduction
CORBA Overview
COM and DCOM Overview
CORBA and DCOM Comparison
Software Agents
Related Work
COM-CORBA Interoperability
Multi-technology Distributed Objects and Their Integration
A Component-Based Architecture for Multi-Agent Systems
The Current Work
System Analysis
System Architecture
Discussion
Conclusion and Future Work
References
Towards Incorporation of Software Security Testing Framework in Software Development
Introduction
Related Work
An Overview of Software Development Process
An Overview of Software Testing
Software Security Testing
Analysis Approach
Software Testing Framework
Software Security Testing Framework
Discussion and Findings
The Proposed Framework
Conclusion and Future Work
References
A Performance Modeling Framework Incorporating Cost Efficient Deployment of Multiple Collaborating Instances
Introduction
Proposed Performance Modeling Framework
Application Example
Conclusion
References
Software Quality Models: A Comparative Study
Introduction
Quality Models Background
McCall Model
Boehm Model
FURPS Model
Dromey Model
ISO IEC 9126 Model
The Comparison Method
Case Study
Result and Discussion
Conclusion
References
Network
QTCP: An Optimized and Improved Congestion Control Algorithm of High-Speed TCP Networks
Introduction
Related Work
HS-TCP
STCP
HTCP
BIC
CUBIC
Congestion Control Algorithm QTCP: In High-Speed Protocols
Simulation Topology
Performance Evaluation Criteria
Jain's Fairness Index Evaluation
Conclusions
References
Bioinformatics and E-Heatlth
A Study on the Forecast of Meridian Energy and Biochemical Test by Using Bio-inspired NeuroMolecular Computing Model
Introduction
Architecture of the NMCN Model
The Operation Hypotheses of the NMCN Model
The Reference Neurons
The Cytoskeletal Neurons
Evolutionary Learning
Experimental Results
Discrimination Learning
The Forecast Experiment
Conclusions
References
A Model of Knowledge Management System and Early Warning System (KMS@EWS) for Clinical Diagnostic Environment
Introduction
Literature Review
Knowledge Management System
Early Warning System
Clinical Diagnostic Process
Research Metho
A Model of KMS and EWS for CD Environment
Understanding KM in Relation to EWS
Model Development
Preliminary Results and EWS Model and Its Functionalities
Conclusion and Future Work
References
Biometrics Technologies
ICT Evaluation for Knowledge Sharing among Senior Citizens Community
Introduction
Literature Review
Knowledge Sharing
Senior Citizen
Common Worries about Technology among Senior Citizens
ICT Difficulties among Senior Citizens
Requirement of Sharing Knowledge among Senior Citizens
Methodology
Description of Knowledge Sharing Framework v2.0
Vision
Community of Practice
Government
Knowledge Process
KM Tools
Storage
Results
Reasons for Not Using Computer
Age-Related Functional Limitations
Common Computer Based Technologies among Senior Citizens
Website Design Requirements for Senior Citizens
Conclusion
References
Subthreshold SRAM Designs for Cryptography Security Computations
Introduction
CMOS SRAM for Crypto Designing
SRAM Potential
Reliability of Low-Power SRAM
Remarks
Conclusion
References
A Development of Integrated Learning System for Visual Impaired
Introduction
Literature Review
Blind Acceptance towards Technologies
Learning Method
Student, ICT and Its Impact
Methodology
Integrated Learning System
Slide to Text Module
Parsing Module
Match Module
Database Module
Results and Discussions
The Interfaces of the ILS
Feedback on the Functional Testing
Conclusion
References
Fingerprint Singularity Detection: A Comparative Study
Introduction
Poincaré Index Method
Complex Filter Method
Complex Orientation Field Estimation
Complex Filter Construction
Experimental Results and Comparisons
Processing Time
Bottlenecks Detection
Singularity Detection Accuracy
Other Considerations
Conclusions and Future Work
References
The Development of Software Evaluation and Selection Framework for Supporting COTS-Based Systems: The Theoretical Framework
Introduction
Problem Statements
Mismatches Problem
Non-functional Requirements Problem
Lack of Learning from Previous COTS Software Selection Cases Knowledge
Objectives
Literature Review
Main Processes for Evaluating and Selecting COTS Software
COTS Software Evaluation Criteria
Existing Methods for Evaluating and Selecting COTS Software
Methodology
Theoretical Study
Empirical Study
Framework Development
Framework Evaluating
Theoretical Framework
Conclusions and Future Work
References
Recipe Generation from Small Samples: Incorporating an Improved Weighted Kernel Regression with Correlation Factor
Introduction
Nadaraya Watson Kernel Regression
The Proposed Weighted Kernel Regression with Correlation Factor
Training Phase
Testing Phase
Experiment and Results
Experiment Setup
Performance Measure
Results
Conclusion
References
Applying Feature Selection Methods to Improve the Predictive Model of a Direct Marketing Problem
Introduction
Literature Review
Data Collection and Experiments
Evaluations and Outcomes
Prediction Accuracy
Lift Index
Area under the ROC Curve (AUC)
Precision for the Top Decile
Feature Subsets Selected by the FS Methods
Performance Outcomes
Discussion and Conclusions
References
Visualizing MDS Coordinates of Multiple Information in Color for Attribute-Based Two-Dimensional Space
Introduction
The Survey Results
Visualization
Multidimensional Scaling (MDS)
Methodology
Results and Analyses
MDS Data with Small Sample (50 Subjects)
MDS Data with 200 Subjects
Conclusion
References
User Interface and Interaction Design Considerations for Collaborative Learning Using Augmented Reality Learning Object
Introduction
Learning Styles
Collaborative Learning
Interface Design
Augmented Reality Learning Object
Pilot Test
Conclusion and Future Work
References
Augmented Reality Remedial Paradigm for Negative Numbers: AVCTP
Introduction
Related Works
Method
Findings
Discussion
Conclusion and Future Works
References
A Framework for Defining Malware Behavior Using Run Time Analysis and Resource Monitoring
Introduction
Malware Behavior Analysis
Related Works
Proposed Framework
Secure Environment
Run Time Analysis
Resource Monitoring
Behavior Definition
Experiment
Conclusion
References
Success Factors in Cost Estimation for Software Development Project
Introduction
Research Method
Software Cost Estimation Process
Success Factors in Cost Estimation
Entertainment
Role of Sponsor
Changes of Company Policy
Proper Tool Selection
Suitable Estimation Technique
Suitable Software Development Methodology
Results
Conclusion
References
Web Engineering
Transactional Web Services Composition: A Genetic Algorithm Approach
Introduction
Related Work
Approach Process
Specification
Tuple
Service Types
Workflow and Activities
Transaction Properties
Synthesis
Synthesis to Functionality
Synthesis to Transactional Property
Genetic Algorithm
Introduction to Genetic Algorithm
Configuration of GA
Fitness Functions
Experiments and Discussion
Conclusion
References
Rapid Development of Executable Ontology for Financial Instruments and Trading Strategies
Introduction
Related Work
Facilitating Semantic Web Applications Construction
Problem and Proposal for Solution
Rapid Ontology Development
Case Study Implementation and Discussion
FITS Ontology
Semantic Integration of Data Sources
Technology
Conclusions and Future Work
References
A Greedy Approach for Adapting Web Content for Mobile Devices
Introduction
Related Work
Proposed Solution
Identification of Important Blocks
Assignment of Profit to Each Object of a Block
Pre-processing of Blocks
Assignment of Weight to Each Object in a Block
Greedy Algorithm for Selecting Blocks to Display on Mobile Device
Results and Discussion
Framework Comparison
Visualization Comparison
Conclusion
References
QoS-Aware Web Services Selection with Interval-Valued Intuitionistic Fuzzy Soft Sets
Introduction
Basic Notions
Basic System Architecture
The Proposed Approach for Selecting Web Services
Aggregating QoS Information
Evaluating and Selecting Web Services
An Example
Conclusion
References
DBrain Portal for Collaborative BioGrid Environment
Introduction
Grid and Its Interoperability
Grid System
Challenges in Grid Computing
Grid Portal
Portal Requirements
Architecture
Portal Components
gUSE/WS-PGRADE Portal
Conclusion and Future Work
References
Assessing the Use of Mash-Ups in Higher Education
Introduction
Review
Yahoo Pipes
An Open University Blog
Library LookUp
A Study to Find the Best Social Media HE Mash-Up
Methodology of This Research
Results
Conclusions
References
Influence of Informal Visual Environments and Informal Motivational Factors on Learners' Aesthetic Expectations from Formal Learning Visual Environments
Introduction
Research Objectives
Literature Review
Formal Learning Visual Environments (FLVEs)
Informal Visual Environments (IVEs)
Research Questions
Methodology
Results and Analysis
Discussion
Conclusion
Future Works
References
Zero Watermarking for Text on WWW Using Semantic Approach
Introduction
Related Work
Proposed Methodology
Experimental Results
Conclusion
Recommendations and Future Work
References
Sentiment Classification from Online Customer Reviews Using Lexical Contextual Sentence Structure
Introduction
Background and Related Research
Proposed Framework
Sentence Splitter and Processing Noisy Text
Part of Speech (POS) Tagger
Feature and Opinion Word Position Extraction
Sentiment Sentences Extraction
Knowledge Base for the Sentence Structure and Contextual Information
Contextual Semantic Orientation of Sentences
Experiments and Results
Conclusion and Future Work
References
Neural Network
Experimental Approximation of Breast Tissue Permittivity and Conductivity Using NN-Based UWB Imaging
Introduction
Method
Results
Conclusion
References
Banking Deposit Number Recognition Using Neural Network
Introduction
Proposed Methods
Results
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Features Selection for Training Generator Excitation Neurocontroller Using Statistical Methods
Introduction
Power System Modelling
Data Analysis
Conclusion
References
Intelligent Decision Support Model Based on Neural Network to Support Reservoir Water Release Decision
Introduction
Reservoir as Structural Mitigation during Emergency Situation
Intelligent Decision Support System Framework
Neural Network Application in Reservoir Operation
Method
Case Study: Timah Tasoh Reservoir
Data Preparation
Neural Network Modelling
Findings
Forecasting Model
Decision Model
Discussion
Conclusion
References
The Effect of Adaptive Momentum in Improving the Accuracy of Gradient Descent Back Propagation Algorithm on Classification Problems
Introduction
BPNN with Momentum Coefficient($\alpha$)
The Proposed Algorithm
Gradient Descent Adaptive Momentum (GDAM) Algorithm
Results and Discussions
Preliminary Study
Breast Cancer (Wisconsin) Classification Problem
IRIS Classification Problem
Australian Credit Card Approval Classification Problem
Conclusions
References
Fuzzy Models for Complex Social Systems Using Distributed Agencies in Poverty Studies
Introduction
Agents
Multi-Agents Systems
Holons
Distributed Agencies
Methodology
Implementations
Conclusions
References
Parallel and Distributed
Grid Jobs Scheduling Improvement Using Priority Rules and Backfilling
Introduction
Problem Description
Performance Metrics
Minimizing Total Tardiness
Minimizing Makespan Time
Minimizing Response Time
Minimizing Number of Delayed Jobs
Maximizing Resource Utilization
Priority Rules Scheduling Algorithms
First Come First Serve (FCFS)
Earliest Deadline First (EDF)
Shortest Job First (SJF)
Longest Job First (LJF)
Earliest Release Date (ERD)
Minimum Time to Due Date (MTTD)
Related Work
Earliest Gap - Earliest Deadline First (EG-EDF)
Backfilling
Proposed Algorithm
Experiment Setup
Experimental Results and Discussions
Results for Priority Rules Algorithms
Results for Proposed Algorithms
Conclusion
References
Dynamic Load Balancing Policy in Grid Computing with Multi-Agent System Integration
Introduction
Related Work
Dynamic Load Balancing Policy
Dynamic Load Balancing Policy Communication
Multi-Agent System
Implementation Strategy
Conclusion
References
Dynamic Multilevel Dual Queue Scheduling Algorithms for Grid Computing
Introduction
Related Research
Proposed Scheduling Algorithms
Multilevel Dual Queue Scheduling Algorithm (MDQ)
Dynamic Multilevel Dual Queue Scheduling Algorithm Using Median (MDQM)
Dynamic Multilevel Dual Queue Scheduling Algorithm Using Square Root (MDQR)
Statistical Analysis of Real Workload Traces
Homogeneous Implementation of Proposed Scheduling Algorithms
Scheduling Simulator Design and Development
Experimental Setup
Simulation Data
Performance Analysis of Grid Scheduling Algorithms
Average Waiting Times Analysis
Average Turnaround Times Analysis
Average Response Times Analysis
Performance Analysis of Scheduling Algorithms by Changing Time Quantum
Conclusion
References
Communications in Computer and Information Science: Performance Improvement and Interference Reduction through Complex Task Partitioning in a Self-organized Robotic Swarm
Introduction
Interference in Multi-Robot Systems
The Recommended Method
Interference Reduction through Sequential Task Partitioning
Operation Environment
Conclusion
References
A Semantic Service Discovery Framework for Intergrid
Introduction
Semantic-Based Resource Description Model
The Model Components
The Model Description
The Model Description
The Model Building Block
The Description Process
Model Evaluation
Results and Discussion
Experimental Setup
Performance of the New Framework
Conclusions
References
Agent-Based Grid Resource Management
Introduction
Method for Grid Resource Management
Agent-Based Grid Resource Management Middleware
Experimental Results
Conclusion
References
E- Learning
Current Practices of Programming Assessment at Higher Learning Institutions
Introduction
The Survey
Results and Discussion
Demography of Respondents
Construction of Programming Exercise Item
Evaluation of Programming Exercises
Approaches for Programming Exercises
Conclusion and Future Work
References
Learn with Me: Collaborative Virtual Learning for the Special Children
Introduction
Design and Development
Conceptual Modeling of Learn with Me
Components of Learn with Me
Design of Learn with Me
Development of Learn with Me
Methodology
Procedures and Setup
Hardware and Software
Procedures
Results
Learning without and with Assistance
Correlation of Each Assistance and Errors in Learning with Assistance
Discussion
Conclusions
References
Potential of Using Virtual Environment for Aircraft Maintenance Learning System in Making Tacit Knowledge Explicit
Introduction
Method
Results and Discussion
Virtual Aircraft Maintenance Learning System (VAMLS)
RPG Infrastructure
VAMLS Architecture
VAMLS Screenshot
Conclusion
References
Trainees' Competency Based-Assessment Methods in Cyber Forensics Education or Training Programmes - A Review
Introduction
Competency Based-Assessment
Associate Degrees and Diplomas Programmes
Undergraduate Programs
Postgraduate Programs
Professional Certification Programs
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Survey of Software Engineering Practices in Undergraduate Information System Projects
Introduction
Methodology
Study Design
Participants
Instruments
Data Management and Analysis Techniques
An Overview of Information System Engineering Program (CS226)
Results and Discussions
Documentation
Requirements Engineering
Software Design
Quality Assurance
Conclusion
References
Ontology
Health Ontology Generator, Distiller and Accumulator
Introduction
The Overall Design
The Ontology Generator
Algorithm to Extract Schema from Database
Method for Encoding Ontology
Encoding the Header
Encoding the Body
Encoding the Trailer
The User Interface of HOG
The Ontology Distiller
The Distiller Algorithm
The Distiller User Interface
The Ontology Accumulator
Conclusion
References
Image Processing
A New Model of Securing Iris Authentication Using Steganography
Introduction
A General Process of Steganography
A Propose Model of Iris Steganography
Iris Enrollment Process
Iris Verification Process
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Tamper Localization and Lossless Recovery Watermarking Scheme
Introduction
Tamper Localization and Recovery Watermarking
Compression
Huffman Coding
Arithmetic Coding
RLE
JPEG
Methodology
Image Preparation
Embedding
Tamper Localization And Recovery
Experiment Results
Discussion and Conclusion
References
A New Performance Trade-Off Measurement Technique for Evaluating Image Watermarking Schemes
Introduction
Watermarking System
Watermarking Performance Measures
The Trade-Off Triangle for Watermarking Performance Measures
Attacks on Watermarking Schemes
Proposed Scheme to Measure the Watermarking Performance Trade-Off
Proposed Prerequisites and Experimental Settings
Analysis and Discussions
Conclusions and Future Works
References
Malaysian Car Plates Recognition Using Freeman Chain Codes and Characters' Features
Introduction
Related Works
Chain Codes
Proposed Approach
Segmentation
Chain Code Derivation
Characters' Features Extraction
References
Improving the Robustness of ISB Watermarking Techniques by Repetition of the Embedding
Introduction
Bit-Plane Model
Bit-Plane Model
Embedding Model
Repetition of the Embedding
Implementation and Experimental Results
Conclusion
References
Geometrically Invariant Watermarking Based on Local Generalized Orthogonalized Complex Moments
Introduction
Preliminaries
Bessel-Fourier Moments
Hessian-Laplace Detector
Local Feature Region Construction
The Proposed Watermarking Scheme
Watermark Embedding
Watermark Extraction
Experimental Results
Imperceptibility
Robustness
Conclusions
References
Hierarchical Groups with Low Complexity Block Compensation for Reconstruction Video Sequences
Introduction
The Blocks Diagram of Features Detection for Video Encoder
Features Detection
Blocks' Compensation
Index Selection
Reconstruction Process
Simulation Results
Conclusions
References
Gait Classification by Support Vector Machine
Introduction
Previous Works
Overview of the System
Extracting the Gait Features
Original Image Enhancement
Measurement of Width and Height
Dividing Enhanced Human Silhouette
Skeletonization of Body Segments
Joint Trajectory Extraction
Measurement of Step-Size and Crotch Height
Smoothing Technique
SVM Classifier
Experimental Set Up
Experiment Results
Conclusion
References
Selecting Significant Features for Authorship Invarianceness in Writer Identification
Introduction
Authorship Invarianceness
Global Features Representation
United Moment Invariant Fuction
Feature Selection
Proposed Approach
Extracting Features
Selecting Significant Features
Identifying the Authorship Using Significant Features
Conclusion and Future Work
References
Pixel Mask Analyzer (PMA): Noise Removal in Gland Detection for Colon Cancer Image
Introduction
Problem
Algorithm
Simulation Result
Conclusion
References
A Review of Bio-inspired Algorithms as Image Processing Techniques
Introduction
Methodology
Bio-inspired Algorithm Matrix
Results and Discussion
Population of BIAs Applications between 1995-2010
Statistics of BIAs in Image Processing
Conclusion and Recommendation
References
The Use of Elimination Method and Nearest Neighbor for Oil Palm Fruit Ripeness Indicator
Introduction
Related Work
Methodology
Data Collection
Process Flow
HSV Color Model
Elimination Process
Nearest Neighbor Distance
Experimental Design
Result and Analysis
Ripe FFB
Unripe FFB
Conclusion and Future Work
References
Crowd Analysis and Its Applications
Introduction
Crowd Analysis and Related Studies
A Framework of Crowd Analysis
Common Approaches in Crowd Analysis
Preprocessing
Object Tracking
Event/Behavior Recognition
Applications of Crowd Analysis
Conclusion
References
Iris Segmentation: A Review and Research Issues
Introduction
The Path Forward for Iris Recognition Systems
Related Work in Close-Up Imaging Environment
Daugman's Approach
Wildes' Method
Others Methods
Related Work in Non-cooperative Imaging Environment
Proenca and Alexandre's Technique
Jeong's et al. Approach
Labati and Scotti's Algorithm
Li's et al. Method
Tan's et al. Technique
Proenca' New Method
Iris Segmentation Delimitations
Databases
Discussion and Conclusion
References
Splitting Strategies for Video Images Processing in Medical Data Grid
Introduction
Backgrounds and Related Works
Biomedical Informatics Research Network (BIRN)
MammoGrid
MedIGrid
KnowledgeGRID Malaysia
Overview on Medical Data Grid
Medical Image Storage (Grid-Based PACS)
Medical Data Management
Medical Image and Video Processing
Echocardiography System in PPUKM
Splitting Strategies
Video Compression Techniques
Conclusion
References
Comparison of Linear Discriminant Analysis and Support Vector Machine in Classification of Subdural and Extradural Hemorrhages
Introduction
Overview of the Proposed Scheme
Three-Stage Preprocessing
First Level Prepocessing: Original Image Contrast Enhancement
Second Level Prepocessing: Segmentation of Intracranial Contents
Third Level Preprocessing: Contrast Adjustment of Candidate SDH and EDH
Potential Candidate SDH and EDH Clustering
Extraction of Shape Features
LDA vs. SVM Classification
Experimental Protocol and Discussion
Conclusion
References
A New Approach for Adjusting Braille Image Skewness in Optical Braille Recognition
Introduction
The Proposed Approach
Braille Image Segmentation
Simple Braille Cells Detection
Skewness Angle Estimation
Experimental Results
Conclusion
References
Multilevel Thresholding Method Based on Aggressive Particle Swarm Optimization
Introduction
Aggressive Particle Swarm Optimization
Overview of Particle Swarm Optimization
Aggressive Behaviour in Particle Swarm
Multilevel Thresholding Selection of Image Segmentation
Bilevel Thresholding
Multilevel Thresholding
AgPSO Step-by-Step Procedure
Experiments and Performance Evaluation
Multilevel Thresholding Result
Stability Comparison of Algorithms
Efficiency Comparison of Algorithms
Conclusion
References
Author Index

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