Distributed XML-Query Network

Title: Distributed XML-Query Network

Research Question: How can we create a network that allows for the distributed execution of XML queries across multiple nodes, while maintaining control over computing load and data privacy?

Methodology: The researchers proposed a method called Distributed XML-Query (DXQ) to achieve this. The DXQ network consists of XML-Document Providers, XML-Query Distributors, and DXQ-Clients. Each node in the network can control its computing load and data privacy.

Results: The researchers developed a protocol called DXQP-1.0 for the DXQ network. This protocol includes messages for query distribution, result aggregation, and error handling. They also proposed a merge algorithm for combining query results from different nodes.

Implications: The DXQ network can reduce the load on each node, improve reliability of information with duplicates removed, and allow Data Providers to control whether to process critical queries or not. This can lead to more efficient and secure information retrieval in distributed XML-databases.

Conclusion: The DXQ network provides a solution for distributed XML-query processing, allowing for better control over computing load and data privacy. This can have significant implications for the efficiency and security of information retrieval in distributed XML-databases.

Link to Article: https://arxiv.org/abs/0309022v2 Authors: arXiv ID: 0309022v2