Gothia Towers, Svenska Mässan

We welcome you to the web page of DSN-2001, the premier international forum in computing system dependability! The Symposium represents the continuation of long-established traditions in the field of dependable computing. It is formed from the combination of two established conferences, the International Symposium on Fault-Tolerant Computing (FTCS) and the Working Conference on Dependable Computing for Critical Applications (DCCA).

Our increasing dependence on systems and networks has not only enhanced our standard of living, but has also left us vulnerable to threats and risks. These threats and risks can potentially be introduced in every step in developing and utilizing systems. Errors can be introduced in defining specifications, development, procurement, operations, and maintenance. In addition to errors and accidental faults, systems must now be able to survive intentional/malicious faults from, for example, attackers. In this environment, how can we build reliable systems? What design principles are involved? How should these systems be evaluated? Are there user interfaces that will prevent the introduction of human errors? The DSN conference and related workshops offer the principal forum dedicated to answering these and many other questions related to computer system dependability. 

DSN-2001 will be held in Goteborg, Sweden, co-located with the International Symposium on Computer Architecture.

For information on past DSN (FTCS and DCCA) conferences, visit the FTCS Library of past conferences' tables of contents, or order proceedings from the IEEE Computer Society Bookstore. 

NEWS:

 
• Visit the DSN-2001 News Page for the latest information about the conference.

 
• Get-Together-Reception for all (including spouses etc.) on Sunday, July 1st, 7:00 PM in the Exhibition Area.

 
• Final Program now available (121 KB pdf file) 

 
• Visit the web page for the 2000 conference, DSN 2000.