Abstract
This paper focuses on improved error control schemes for highspeed wireless digital communications. The main objective is a better quality support for real-time services, such as video, when using wireless mobile digital networks. In view of that, and besides the schemes already standardized, a novel error control mechanism is proposed. This new mechanism relies mainly in the use of Hybrid Automatic Repeat reQuest (HARQ) error control schemes and differentiated error robustness transmission modes. In this sense, when implementing this new technique, some of the capabilities offered by modem Wireless Local Area Networks (WLANs) are significantly better utilized. To make the performance analysis of the proposed error control mechanism, and corresponding comparison with existing systems, it was developed a system simulation environment, together with other computational tools. Analysis for diverse radio channel conditions, from AWGN modeling to Gilbert-Elliot modeling, has been done and some examples are subsequently presented. The simulation results show that this new strategy greatly improves the performance of real-time services, fulfilling the requirement of limited delays and enabling higher data rates.

Abstract
The provision of real time services through a Packet Switched Network, requires the adoption of end-to-end synchronization methods. Several of these methods, are compared and a specific hardware solution is discussed. Results obtained through a specially designed Simulation Programme are included, for several network time delay jitter distributions and synchronization methods. These results are used to evaluate systems and design parameters.

Abstract
The rapid proliferation of Internet of Things (IoT) systems, encompassing a wide range of devices and sensors with limited battery life, has highlighted the critical need for energy-efficient solutions to extend the operational lifespan of these battery-powered devices. One effective strategy for reducing energy consumption is minimizing the number and size of retransmitted packets in case of communication errors. Among the potential solutions, Incremental Redundancy Hybrid Automatic Repeat reQuest (IR-HARQ) communication schemes have emerged as particularly compelling options by adopting the best aspects of error control, namely, automatic repetition and variable redundancy. This work addresses the challenge by developing a simulator capable of executing and analysing several (H)ARQ schemes using different channel models, such as the Additive White Gaussian Noise (AWGN) and Gilbert-Elliott (GE) models. The primary objective is to compare their performance across multiple metrics, enabling a thorough evaluation of their capabilities. The results indicate that IR-HARQ outperforms alternative methods, especially in the presence of burst errors. Furthermore, its potential for further adaptation and enhancement opens up new ways for optimizing energy consumption and extending the lifespan of battery-powered IoT devices.