Computer Communications Journal Citation Rate 2026
0140-3664
eISSN 1873-703X
Elsevier BV
GB
Q1 Quartile Established Impact
About Computer Communications
Computer Communications (CC) is a peer-reviewed academic journal covering Advanced Wireless Network Optimization and Mobile Ad Hoc Networks, published by Elsevier BV in GB, catalogued under ISSN 0140-3664 (e-ISSN 1873-703X). As of 2026, it has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 4.42 (Q1 quartile) — the average number of citations its recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data, not the Clarivate (JCR) Impact Factor. It operates a subscription model (APC ~$2300 USD). OpenAlex records 11,723 works and 192,893 citations, with an h-index of 161.
Computer Communications Citation Rate 2026 — In Context
Computer Communications has a 2025 2-Year Citation Rate (OpenAlex) of 4.42, placing it in the Q1 quartile within the Advanced Wireless Network Optimization research area. This is the average number of citations the journal's recent articles received over a two-year window, computed from OpenAlex open citation data — not the Clarivate (JCR) Journal Impact Factor.
Computer Communications operates a subscription-based publishing model — readers access articles through institutional subscriptions or pay-per-view.
Researchers looking to publish in Computer Communications should review the journal's submission tips and verify the latest indexing status against Scopus, DOAJ, and Web of Science using our indexing tracker. To compare Computer Communications against similar journals in the field, use our journal comparison tool.
Submission Tips for Computer Communications
- Budget $2300 for the Article Processing Charge. Check if your institution or funder covers OA fees.
- This journal covers Advanced Wireless Network Optimization, Mobile Ad Hoc Networks, Network Traffic and Congestion Control. Ensure your manuscript aligns with these scope areas to avoid desk rejection.
How Computer Communications Compares
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| ISSN (Print) | 0140-3664 |
|---|---|
| ISSN (Online) | 1873-703X |
| Publisher | Elsevier BV |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| APC / Cost | $2300 USD |
In-depth profile & metrics
Computer Communications is published by Elsevier BV and based in United Kingdom. It runs on a subscription or hybrid model with an article-processing charge of USD 2300.
In our subject taxonomy, Computer Communications is classified under Advanced Wireless Network Optimization, Mobile Ad Hoc Networks, Network Traffic and Congestion Control and Software-Defined Networks and 5G.
Computer Communications is indexed in OpenAlex. OpenAlex tracking provides an open, citable record of its output even where commercial indexing is absent.
Its most recent citation rate stands at 4.416.
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Citation Rate
Historical Trend
Initial data points onlyCitation Rate by Year
| Year | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4.416 | 2-Year Mean Citedness (OpenAlex) |
Metrics are sourced from OpenAlex, DOAJ and Scopus and reflect the latest data we hold. The headline figure is a 2-year citation rate (OpenAlex), not a Clarivate Impact Factor. Always verify against the journal's official site before relying on it. See our Methodology or report a correction.
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Last updated: Apr 24, 2026
Updated by: openalex_bulk
OpenAlex ID: S115004586
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