Welcome to the Chair of Communication and Distributed Systems at RWTH Aachen University. The chair, headed by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Klaus Wehrle, conducts research in diverse areas related to computer networks and distributed systems:
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In the last week of February, COMSYS researcher Christian van Sloun took part in the 32nd edition of the Network and Distributed System Security (NDSS) Symposium in San Diego, USA. There, he presented the latest results of COMSYS’ work on lower-overhead ransomware detection.
Last week, COMSYS researcher Ike Kunze was presented with the 2024 ICT Young Researcher Runner-Up Award from the RWTH Profile Area “Information and Communication Technology” (ICT) for his outstanding research conducted during his Ph.D. studies.
The SUSTAINET_guarDian project aims to enhance the resilience, cybersecurity, and sustainability of high-performance communication networks critical to Europe’s infrastructure through international collaboration and innovative technologies.
This elective lecture introduces advanced networking techniques, focusing on scalability, reliability, and performance in modern networks. Topics include Peer-to-Peer systems, cloud computing, Software Defined Networking, sensor networks, and the Internet of Things.
This elective lecture explores the fundamentals of wireless communication, focusing on the unique challenges of mobility and security in wireless networks. Topics include Wi-Fi, mobile cellular networks, secure mobility protocols, and routing in mobile multi-hop networks.
This seminar explores advanced topics in Internet technology, including cyber-physical systems, network architectures, security, and systems analysis. Students will present their research in a talk, write a detailed paper, and participate in peer reviews and discussions.
This seminar explores advanced topics in advanced Internet technology, including cyber-physical systems, network architectures, security, and systems analysis. Students will present their research in a talk, write a detailed paper, and participate in peer reviews and discussions.
In this bachelor lab, students will build a mini-Internet by configuring routing protocols like OSPF and BGP and implement a transport protocol based on a provided specification. The course emphasizes practical skills in networking, software development, and teamwork, with a focus on testing and performance evaluation.
This proseminar explores key topics in communication networks with a focus on Security & Privacy, covering both enduring research and emerging trends. Participants will work in pairs to write, review, and present scientific papers while attending preparatory lectures and a literature research course.
This proseminar explores key topics in communication networks, covering both enduring research and emerging trends. Participants will work in pairs to write, review, and present scientific papers while attending preparatory lectures and a literature research course.
A bi-weekly lunch seminar discussing cutting-edge research in security and privacy from top conferences, fostering knowledge exchange and new ideas.