Hybrid system analysis and design for scale-out storage environments

Abstract

First of all, I would like to express my great appreciation to my supervisor, Prof. Lihua Xie, for his continuous guidance, encouragement and support throughout my research efforts towards this dissertation. Without his inspiration, deep insight, and invaluable advice, this thesis would not have been possible. I have benefited tremendously from his extensive knowledge, professional experience, and strong commitment towards the excellence of research.