Stochastic backgrounds of gravitational waves

Abstract

We review the motivations for the search of stochastic backgrounds of gravitational waves and we compare the experimental sensitivities that can be reached in the near future with the existing bounds and with the theoretical predictions.

15 pages, Latex, 5 figures

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