Smart Cities

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This book presents a novel vision of Smart Cities centered on a value-driven architecture, highlighting the limitations of current concepts. It argues for a developmental approach that integrates not only physical infrastructure but also information technology and human infrastructure, emphasizing the need for synergy between the Internet of Things (IoT) and social computing. The text is organized into five parts. The first offers a comprehensive introduction and a cohesive vision that connects all necessary components for realizing Smart Cities. Part II focuses on the provisioning and governance of Smart City systems and infrastructures. Part III delves into core technologies and enablers essential for managing the social aspects of the Smart City platform, blending state-of-the-art research with innovative industrial efforts. Part IV outlines a roadmap for achieving Cyber-Human Smart Cities, detailing the technological advancements required to evolve beyond current models. The book provides a thorough overview of the latest developments in IoT and social computing research, proposing a research roadmap for their closer integration within the Smart City context. It serves as a valuable resource for researchers and graduate students.