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Computer Networks

Impact, Factor and Metrics, Impact Score, Ranking, h-index, SJR, Rating, Publisher, ISSN, and More

Last Updated on October 31, 2023

Impact Score

2022-2023

6.96

h-Index

2022-2023

 150

Rank

2022-2023

 1867

SJR

2022-2023

 1.625

Note: The impact score or impact index shown here is equivalent to the average number of times documents published in a journal/conference in the past two years have been cited in the current year (i.e., Cites / Doc. (2 years)). It is based on Scopus data and can be a little higher or different compared to the impact factor (IF) produced by Journal Citation Report. Please refer to the Web of Science data source to check the exact journal impact factor ™ (Thomson Reuters) metric.

Important Metrics and Factor

Title Computer Networks
Abbreviation Comput. Netw.
Publication Type Journal
Subject Area, Categories, Scope Computer Networks and Communications (Q1)
h-index 150
Overall Rank/Ranking 1867
SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) 1.625
Impact Score 6.96
Publisher Elsevier
Country Netherlands
ISSN 13891286
Best Quartile Q1
Coverage History 1977-1984, 1989-1990, 1996-2022




Aim and Scope


Computer Networks is an international, archival journal providing a publication vehicle for complete coverage of all topics of interest to those involved in the computer communications networking area. The audience includes researchers, managers and operators of networks as well as designers and implementors. The Editorial Board will consider any material for publication that is of interest to those groups.


About Computer Networks


Computer Networks is a journal covering the technologies/fields/categories related to Computer Networks and Communications (Q1). It is published by Elsevier. The overall rank of Computer Networks is 1867. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 1.625. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come. SJR acts as an alternative to the Journal Impact Factor (or an average number of citations received in last 2 years). This journal has an h-index of 150. The best quartile for this journal is Q1.

The ISSN of Computer Networks journal is 13891286. An International Standard Serial Number (ISSN) is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic. Computer Networks is cited by a total of 7972 articles during the last 3 years (Preceding 2022).


Computer Networks Impact IF 2022-2023


The Impact IF 2022 of Computer Networks is 6.96, which is computed in 2023 as per its definition. Computer Networks IF is increased by a factor of 0.16 and approximate percentage change is 2.35% when compared to preceding year 2021, which shows a rising trend. The impact IF, also denoted as Journal impact score (JIS), of an academic journal is a measure of the yearly average number of citations to recent articles published in that journal. It is based on Scopus data.

Table Setting

Computer Networks Impact IF 2023 Prediction


Impact IF 2022 of Computer Networks is 6.96. If the same upward trend persists, Impact IF may rise in 2023 as well.


Impact IF Trend


Year wise Impact IF of Computer Networks. Based on Scopus data.


Year Impact IF
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 6.96
2021 6.80
2020 5.77
2019 4.76
2018 4.24
2017 3.57
2016 3.35
2015 3.09
2014 2.81

Computer Networks h-index


  Table Setting

Computer Networks has an h-index of 150. It means 150 articles of this journal have more than 150 number of citations. The h-index is a way of measuring the productivity and citation impact of the publications. The h-index is defined as the maximum value of h such that the given journal/author has published h papers that have each been cited at least h number of times.




Computer Networks ISSN


The ISSN of Computer Networks is 13891286. ISSN stands for International Standard Serial Number.

An ISSN is a unique code of 8 digits. It is used for the recognition of journals, newspapers, periodicals, and magazines in all kind of forms, be it print-media or electronic.

Table Setting

Computer Networks Rank and SCImago Journal Rank (SJR)


The overall rank of Computer Networks is 1867. According to SCImago Journal Rank (SJR), this journal is ranked 1.625. SCImago Journal Rank is an indicator, which measures the scientific influence of journals. It considers the number of citations received by a journal and the importance of the journals from where these citations come.

SJR of Computer Networks by Year


Year SJR
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 1.625
2021 1.592
2020 0.798
2019 0.845
2018 0.592
2017 0.500
2016 0.556
2015 0.541
2014 0.582

Ranking of Computer Networks by Year


Year Ranking
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 1867
2021 1897
2020 6055
2019 5515
2018 8154
2017 9209
2016 8459
2015 8626
2014 7895

Computer Networks Publisher


Table Setting

Computer Networks is published by Elsevier. It's publishing house is located in Netherlands. Coverage history of this journal is as following: 1977-1984, 1989-1990, 1996-2022. The organization or individual who handles the printing and distribution of printed or digital publications is known as Publisher.


Call For Papers


Visit the official website of the journal/conference to check the further details about the call for papers.


Abbreviation


The IS0 4 standard abbreviation of Computer Networks is Comput. Netw.. This abbreviation ('Comput. Netw.') is well recommended and approved for the purpose of indexing, abstraction, referencing and citing goals. It meets all the essential criteria of ISO 4 standard.

ISO 4 (International Organization for Standardization 4) is an international standard that defines a uniform and consistent system for abbreviating serial publication titles and journals.


How to publish in Computer Networks


If your research field is/are related to Computer Networks and Communications (Q1), then please visit the official website of this journal.


Acceptance Rate


The acceptance rate/percentage of any academic journal/conference depends upon many parameters. Some of the critical parameters are listed below.

  • The demand or interest of researchers/scientists in publishing in a specific Journal/Conference.
  • Peer review complexity and timeline.
  • The mix of unsolicited and invited submissions.
  • The time it takes from manuscript submission to final publication.
  • And Many More.

It is essential to understand that the acceptance rate/rejection rate of papers varies among journals. Some Journals considers all the manuscripts submissions as a basis of acceptance rate computation. On the other hand, few consider the only manuscripts sent for peer review or few even not bother about the accurate maintenance of total submissions. Hence, it can provide a rough estimation only.

The best way to find out the acceptance rate is to reach out to the associated editor or to check the official website of the Journal/Conference.



Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


What's the latest impact IF of the Computer Networks?

Computer Networks latest impact IF is 6.96. It's evaluated in the year 2022. The highest and the lowest impact IF or impact score of this journal are 6.96 (2022) and 2.81 (2014), respectively, in the last 9 years. Moreover, its average IS is 4.59 in the previous 9 years.


What's the SCImago Journal Rank (SJR) of the Computer Networks?

The Computer Networks has an SJR (SCImago Journal Rank) of 1.625, according to the latest data. It is computed in the year 2023. In the past 9 years, this journal has recorded a range of SJR, with the highest being 1.625 in 2022 and the lowest being 0.500 in 2017. Furthermore, the average SJR of the Computer Networks over the previous 9-year period stands at 4.59.


What's the latest h-index of the Computer Networks?

The latest h-index of the Computer Networks is 150.


Who's the publisher of the Computer Networks?

The Computer Networks is published by the Elsevier, with its country of publication being the Netherlands.


What's the current ranking of the Computer Networks?

The Computer Networks is currently ranked 1867 out of 27955 Journals, Conferences, and Book Series in the latest ranking. Over the course of the last 9 years, this journal has experienced varying rankings, reaching its highest position of 1867 in 2022 and its lowest position of 9209 in 2017.


What's the abbreviation or short name for the Computer Networks?

The standard ISO4 abbreviation for the Computer Networks is Comput. Netw..


Is the "Computer Networks" classified as a Journal, Conference and Proceedings, Trade Journal or Book Series?

Computer Networks is classified as a journal that the Elsevier publishes.


What's the scope or major areas of the Computer Networks?

The Computer Networks encompasses the following areas:

  • Computer Networks and Communications

For a more comprehensive understanding of its scope, check the official website of this journal.


What's the ISSN of the Computer Networks?

The Computer Networks is assigned the following International Standard Serial Numbers (ISSN): 13891286.


What's the best quartile of the Computer Networks?

The best quartile for the Computer Networks is Q1 (2022).


What's the coverage history of the Computer Networks?

The Computer Networks coverage history can be summarized as follows: 1977-1984, 1989-1990, 1996-2022.


Credits and Sources


  • Scimago Journal & Country Rank (SJR), https://www.scimagojr.com/
  • Journal Impact Factor, https://clarivate.com/



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Year wise Impact Score (IS) of Computer Networks

Impact Score Table

Year Impact Score (IS)
2023/2024 Coming Soon
2022 6.96
2021 6.80
2020 5.77
2019 4.76
2018 4.24
2017 3.57
2016 3.35
2015 3.09
2014 2.81



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