Published articles
The following 39 articles by Humayun Bakht have been published in ZATZ magazines.

Distributed management services in mobile ad-hoc networks
Not long ago, mobile ad-hoc networks were introduced as a technology which can support data communication in places where it's normally not possible to do so. Ideally, this type of networking is as an asset for network formation in areas which are affected because of some natural disaster, such as an earthquake or flooding. This article by Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht show you how mobile ad-hoc networks can be deployed to network various rescue workers working in an affected area. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, October 2007]

Handling distributed applications in an ad-hoc environment
Recent advancements in the computing industry have made wireless networking an important technology. Current technologies can support wireless communication on various different platforms. Laptops with WiFi cards are available; hotspots can be found at airports, hotels and shopping malls; businesses are converting existing local area networks to a wireless network. Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht show you how to use distributed applications to run these networks on multiple computers. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, September 2007]

Routing misbehavior in mobile ad-hoc networks
One of the fundamental functions of a network is the transfer of data packets from one location to another, or routing. The absence of a fixed infrastructure makes routing a challenge a mobile ad-hoc environment. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht show you what causes routing problems and how you can overcome these challenges in a mobile ad-hoc network. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, August 2007]

Cost of retransmission for mobile ad-hoc networks
Mobile ad-hoc networks have the potential to turn the dream of being connected at anytime into reality. Before our dreams come true, there are a few obstacles in the way. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht takes a look at those obstacles and how to work around them. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, July 2007]

Wireless standards for mobile ad-hoc networks
In computing terms, a network is a collection of two or more machines that share information with each other. These days, wireless networks offer more services and benefits than ever before. And the proof is in the pudding as more and more companies and home users take advantage of this technology. In his continuing quest to educate our readers all there is to know about wireless technology, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht introduces you to the most common wireless standards. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, June 2007]

Network wide broadcasting, handling data loss in mobile ad-hoc networks
As great as mobile ad-hoc technology can be, it can still be a source of frustration as mobile ad-hoc networks are subject to transmission errors and data loss. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht looks at why data loss happens and what could be done about it. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, June 2007]

Positioning of wireless devices in a mobile ad-hoc network
Since he's discussed so much about mobile ad-hoc networks, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht thinks it's the right time to introduce you to an in-depth mechanism of various network controls in mobile ad-hoc networks. In this article, he explains how you can position wireless devices in an ad-hoc environment. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, May 2007]

Data transportation in an Internet-based mobile ad-hoc network
Reliable data transportation in an Internet-based mobile ad-hoc network is gaining importance because of the growing demands of mobile computing. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht examines how you can maintain a reliable mobile ad-hoc network. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, October 2006]

Power aware routing for mobile ad-hoc networks
Contributing Editor Humayn Bakht continues his quest to educate Computing Unplugged's readers about mobile ad-hoc networks. In this article, he examines why routing data is important and two methods that can gauge how much power is used to transmit data. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, December 2005]

Implementation of distributed hash tables in mobile ad-hoc networks
In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht explores the implementation of distributed hash tables in mobile ad-hoc networks. This article could be of great interest to you if you have have some technical knowledge of the Internet and its associated technologies. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, November 2005]

Group communication in combat operations using mobile ad-hoc networks
In normal sense, mobile ad-hoc networks refer to the short term temporary networks which can be formed by two or mobile devices anywhere and anytime. These networks are one of the best choices for combat operations, as in most of the cases these operations run for a short interval of time. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht will highlight combat operations in general, the use of mobile ad-hoc networks in these operations and the issues that are involved in establishing an effective group communication during combat operations utilizing mobile ad-hoc networks as a networking technology. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, October 2005]

Our future home environment and mobile ad-hoc networks
Mobile ad-hoc networks offer benefits that can't be experienced with fixed network technologies. On the other hand, there are still a lot of issues which need some sort of resolution before we can have more impressive results from these types of networks. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht looks at current wireless structures, their usage in different environments, and some possible flaws in them. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, October 2005]

Supporting combat operations using mobile ad-hoc networks
The history of the mobile ad-hoc networks goes back to the early 1970s, when they were first used in DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency). How are these networks used today? Is the technology sufficient? In this article from Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht, he answers these questions and explains why mobile ad-hoc networks are vital to combat operations today. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, October 2005]

Understanding wireless mode
So you want to install a wireless network for your home or small business. What should you consider before making a purchase? Is one wireless standard better than the other? Is a wireless network really better? In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht answers these questions that will be sure to help you determine if a wireless network is right for you. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, September 2005]

The history of mobile ad-hoc networks
Wireless devices are getting smaller, cheaper, and more sophisticated. As these devices become more ubiquitous, organizations are looking for inexpensive ways to keep these devices connected. An ad-hoc network is a technology which could make that happen. This article by Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht explores the history and use of ad-hoc networks. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, August 2005]

An introduction to wireless local area networks and WiFi
Wireless networks have acheived a great level of importance in our lives. Some of us depend on them on a daily basis. Whether we're at the airport or in a quiet room at home, we have the ability to be connected. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht takes a look at wireless local area networks and the emergence of WiFi. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, August 2005]

Secure transmissions in the mobile ad-hoc network
Computing and its advancement have brought dramatic changes in today's world. Mobile ad-hoc, or instantaneous networks are one of the latest inventions in the family of wireless or cellular networks. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht discusses various security-related requirements in the mobile ad-hoc network. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, June 2005]

Working groups for mobile ad-hoc networks
Wireless networks can be classified as two types, wireless fixed networks, and wireless ad-hoc networks. Not long ago a working group for mobile ad-hoc networks was established. In his ongoing series, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht discusses the mobile ad-hoc working group and the standards it was designed to create. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, June 2005]

Data transportation in Internet-based mobile ad-hoc network
Today's world is one of technological revolutions. With all of these inventions, our communication structure has become strong enough to allow us to stay in contact with anyone, in any part of the world, and the mobile ad-hoc network is an integral part of that communication structure. In his continuing instructional series, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht gives us the ins and outs of data transportation over an Internet-based mobile ad-hoc network. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, May 2005]

Problems and solutions in mobile ad-hoc networks
In this latest installment of his ongoing series addressing ad-hoc networks, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht discusses some of the associated problems and their solutions. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, May 2005]

Internet Mobile Ad-hoc networks
Mobile ad-hoc networks are based on the idea of establishing a network without taking any support from a centralized structure. Due to the growing interest in the Internet, it becomes important to consider the integration of MANET with the Internet. In his latest piece on mobile ad-hoc networks, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht discussing bringing Internet access to the ad-hoc network. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, April 2005]

Critical ad-hoc networking features
Mobile ad-hoc networks are highly dynamic. In essence, the critical features of mobile ad-hoc networks can broadly be classified as Quantitative and Qualitative feature types. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht presents a brief overview of some of the critical features of mobile ad-hoc networks. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, March 2005]

Connection stability in wireless ad-hoc networks
What happens when a wireless network grows? Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht explains some of the issues you may need to consider if you're planning for a growing wireless network. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, February 2005]

Capacity of mobile ad-hoc networks
What happens when a wireless network grows? Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht explains some of the issues you may need to consider if you're planning for a growing wireless network. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, January 2005]

Concept and operation requirements of mobile ad-hoc networks
What's the story behind the concept of mobile ad-hoc networking? In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht gives you a short backgrounder. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, December 2004]

Quality of services in mobile ad-hoc networks
As mobile networks get larger, service quality becomes more and more important. In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht discusses some of the more important considerations. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, December 2004]

Service awareness in mobile ad-hoc networks
Unlike a fixed wireless network, the central registry cannot be found in advance in mobile ad-hoc networks; therefore, finding the location of the central registry becomes the primary concern in the service discovery mechanism. Learn more about the issues of service awareness in mobile ad-hoc networks in this informative article by our own Contributing Editor, Humayun Bakht. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, December 2004]

Bluetooth, a commercial application of mobile ad-hoc network
Bluetooth is an implementation of ad-hoc mobile network technology. In fact, if you want to meet people, Bluetooth might be just the ticket. Want to know more? In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht sinks his teeth into Bluetooth. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, November 2004]

Group communication in mobile ad-hoc networks
What happens when you try to use mobile networks for communicating in groups, through the "social" network? In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht answers just that question. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, November 2004]

The future of mobile ad-hoc networks
What does the future hold for mobile ad-hoc networks? In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht answers just that question. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, October 2004]

Sensor networks and ad-hoc networking
How do ad-hoc sensors networks differ from regular networks? In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht answers just that question. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, October 2004]

Some applications of mobile ad-hoc networks
We've talked a lot about wireless ad-hoc networks, but what can you do with them? In this article, by Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht, we look at just that. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, September 2004]

Data communication in mobile ad-hoc networks
What are some of the communications and resource management issues involved in mobile ad-hoc networks? In this article, Contributing Editor Humayun Bakht gives you an idea. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, September 2004]

Importance of secure routing in mobile ad-hoc networks
Earlier, in a previous article, Ph.D. student Humayun Bakht talked about routing protocols for mobile ad-hoc networks. In this article, he discusses the importance of secure routing in mobile ad-hoc networks. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, August 2004]

A focus on the challenges of mobile ad-hoc networks
Although there are numerous benefits to the mobile ad-hoc network, due to their nature, they're vulnerable and not deployable on a large scale because of the limits of technology. This article highlights some of the technical aspects of mobile ad-hoc networks with a brief discussion of the mechanisms currently in use, and how they overcome the challenges posed by this technology. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, August 2004]

Routing protocols for mobile ad-hoc networks
Mobile ad-hoc networks, also known as short-lived networks, are autonomous systems of mobile nodes forming network in the absence of any centralized support. This is a new form of network and might be able to provide services at places where it is not possible otherwise. Absence of fixed infrastructure poses several types of challenges for this type of networking. Among these challenges is routing. This interesting article discusses some of the routing issues. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, July 2004]

Some characteristics of mobile ad-hoc networks
In this article, networking researcher Humayun Bakht highlights some of the characteristics of a mobile ad-hoc network. This article will be helpful for both technical and non technical readers in gaining a wider understanding of mobile ad-hoc networks and their characteristics. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, July 2004]

Understanding mobile ad-hoc networks
Humayun Bakht is an expert in mobile ad-hoc networks, studing for his doctorate at John Moores University in Liverpool. In this interesting article, the first in a series, he discusses just what a mobile ad-hoc network is, and what this technology may mean for us going into the future. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, June 2004]

Technical aspects of mobile ad-hoc networks
Although there are numerous benefits to the mobile ad-hoc network, due to their nature, they're vulnerable and not deployable on a large scale because of the limits of technology. This article highlights some of the technical aspects of mobile ad-hoc networks with a brief discussion of the mechanisms currently in use, and how they overcome the challenges posed by this technology. [Computing Unplugged Magazine, June 2004]