International Journal of Computer Applications |
Foundation of Computer Science (FCS), NY, USA |
Volume 65 - Number 5 |
Year of Publication: 2013 |
Authors: Obeten O. Ekabua, Ifeoma U. Ohaeri, Bassey E. Isong |
10.5120/10922-5861 |
Obeten O. Ekabua, Ifeoma U. Ohaeri, Bassey E. Isong . Security Frameworks Design and Implementation for Dynamic Management of Data and Information in Cognitive Radio Networks. International Journal of Computer Applications. 65, 5 ( March 2013), 29-38. DOI=10.5120/10922-5861
Cognitive radio network is a new innovation wireless technology aiming to improve the utilization of the electromagnetic spectrum. Cognitive radio network consists of several cognitive radio devices which run radio applications software to perform signal processing using the frequency bandwidth. The use of this software enables the device to sense and understands its environment and change its mode of operation based on its observation. These devices are dynamic in nature and require effective dynamic management of the spectrum resources (data and information). The challenge arising from the management of these resources dynamically impedes secure communication. Consequently, these challenges have necessitated the main goal of this research paper which is, to develop an authentication and authorization framework for CRNs that establishes access control to the networks resources, and enhances the management of data and information dynamically. The frameworks developed and implemented in this research paper guarantee secured communication and quality of service in cognitive radio networks.