In this chapter, we present an overview of the Network Functions Virtualization (NFV)
concept and discuss the main design features with respect to their dependability …

Despite the great momentum NFV has gained over the last few years, a closer look under
the hood reveals that NFV introduces numerous dependability challenges. Compared to …

Network and Telecom operators are continuously embracing the adoption of Network
Function Virtualization (NFV) as a means to provide more agile, flexible and cost-efficient …

The introduction of network function virtualisation (NFV) represents a significant change in
networking technology, which may create new opportunities in terms of cost efficiency …

Abstract The Network Function Virtualization (NFV) has been conceived as an enabler of
novel network infrastructures and services that can be deployed by combining virtualized …

High availability and elasticity are two the cloud computing services technical features.
Elasticity is a key feature of cloud computing where provisioning of resources is closely tied …

Network function virtualization (NFV), a novel network architecture, promises to offer a lot of
convenience in network design, deployment, and management. This paradigm, although …

Network function virtualization (NFV) envisions the use of cloud computing and virtualization
technology to reduce costs and innovate network services. However, this paradigm shift …

This thesis concentrates on ways of establishing trust in a telecommunications cloud
environment based on Network Function Virtualization (NFV). Telecommunication network …

Network Function Virtualization (NFV) is an emerging technology that reduces cost and
brings flexibility in the provisioning of services. NFV-based networks are expected to be able …