We consider a general approach to solve the maximum independent set problem based on finding augmenting graphs. For some special classes of graphs, the approach provides polynomial solutions. In this paper we survey classical and recent results on the topic, and describe a new one that generalizes two previously known algorithms. We also discuss some open questions related to the notion of augmenting graphs. (C) 2004 Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.
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Rhodes Univ, Dept Math Pure & Appl, POB 94, ZA-6140 Grahamstown, South AfricaRhodes Univ, Dept Math Pure & Appl, POB 94, ZA-6140 Grahamstown, South Africa
Andriantiana, Eric O. D.
Misanantenaina, Valisoa Razanajatovo
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Stellenbosch Univ, Dept Math Sci, Private Bag X1, ZA-7602 Matieland, South AfricaRhodes Univ, Dept Math Pure & Appl, POB 94, ZA-6140 Grahamstown, South Africa
Misanantenaina, Valisoa Razanajatovo
Wagner, Stephan
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