Supporting user mobility with peer-to-peer-based application mobility in heterogeneous networks

Abstract

When migrating applications between devices during runtime, one has achieved application mobility. In this paper we present the XAM system, providing application mobility through a peer-to-peer based solution over heterogeneous networks. Our architecture takes into consideration established requirements of application mobility, being application identification and distribution; context-awareness and context quality; seamlessness; heterogeneity support; and usability. Our system differs from traditional systems as it provides application mobility in a decentralized manner over heterogeneous networks, using different communication technologies. Following the evaluation of our system, we also discuss major challenges and possibilities for the continuing evolution of application mobility systems.