Discrete Event System Simulation 4th Edition  (English, Paperback, Banks Jerry)

This book provides a basic treatment of discrete-event simulation, including the proper collection and analysis of data, the use of analytic techniques, verification and validation of models, and designing simulation experiments. It offers an up-to-date treatment of simulation of manufacturing and material handling systems, computer systems, and computer networks.

Salient Features

• Simulation of communications systems—Includes new material on simulation beta distribution, negative binomial distribution and non-stationary processes.
• Discussion of subset selection methods—New to this edition, these methods are used for output analysis of several alternatives.
• Numerous solved examples—Enhances understanding of concepts.
• Application topics—Promotes understanding of real-world uses.
• Discussion of simple tools for complex input modeling problems—Develops more realistic and valid models.