Large Language Models and Network Intelligence

Dear Colleagues,

The convergence of Large Language Models (LLMs) and network intelligence is creating a paradigm shift in how we design, operate, and secure complex networks and LLMs. This Special Issue invites original research exploring the powerful, bidirectional synergy between these two fields.

We seek contributions that explore the use of LLMs for network intelligence, including their use for network automation, intent-based networking, proactive anomaly detection, root cause analysis, and the generation of configuration code. Conversely, we welcome studies on networks for LLMs, focusing on optimized network architectures for distributed LLM training and inference, in-network computing for LLM acceleration, and network resource management for latency-sensitive LLM applications. Finally, studies on LLMs more generally are also welcomed in this Special Issue.

Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:

• LLM pre-training and post-training;
• LLM inference, reasoning, planning, and planning;
• LLM-driven network management and control;
• Generative AI for network security and troubleshooting;
• Network optimization for distributed LLM workloads;
• Knowledge reasoning and planning in network operations;
• Edge intelligence and LLM collaboration.

Dr. Rongfei Zeng
Dr. Zhaoyun Ding
Guest Editors

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