Voice & Data Communications Handbook
5th Edition
Published on 1. December 2006
Book
Hardback
650 pages
978-0-07-226335-0 (ISBN)
Description
The Definitive Telecommunications Reference--Fully Updated
Understand cutting-edge telecommunication and networking technologies using this straightforward, real-world implementation guide. Fully revised to cover all of the latest transmission protocols, Voice & Data Communications Handbook, Fifth Edition covers all the bases-from analog transmission, VPNs, and LANs to DSL, CATV, WiFi, VoIP, and GSM. This authoritative volume covers the ins-and-outs of each vital topic, supplies practical examples and solutions, and provides helpful self-tests. You'll also find up-to-date information on regulatory standards, switches, routers, frame relay, and security procedures.
Use new wireless technologies
Understand the building blocks of analog transmission-bandwith, amplitude, and frequency
Provide transparent communications using the OSI model and seven-layer architecture
Comply with local and federal regulations and RBOCs
Transmit information using routers, SS7, PBX, and KTS switches
Send and receive data across TCP/IP, wireless, cellular, and optical systems
Create a connection using a modem
Connect to multiple VPNs and LANs using frame relay, ATM, and MPLS
Deploy high-speed broadband access with cable modems, xDSL, and CATV
Get details on VoIP, SIP, and voice over data services
Increase bandwidth using IP telephony techniques and PBX equipment
Understand cutting-edge telecommunication and networking technologies using this straightforward, real-world implementation guide. Fully revised to cover all of the latest transmission protocols, Voice & Data Communications Handbook, Fifth Edition covers all the bases-from analog transmission, VPNs, and LANs to DSL, CATV, WiFi, VoIP, and GSM. This authoritative volume covers the ins-and-outs of each vital topic, supplies practical examples and solutions, and provides helpful self-tests. You'll also find up-to-date information on regulatory standards, switches, routers, frame relay, and security procedures.
Use new wireless technologies
Understand the building blocks of analog transmission-bandwith, amplitude, and frequency
Provide transparent communications using the OSI model and seven-layer architecture
Comply with local and federal regulations and RBOCs
Transmit information using routers, SS7, PBX, and KTS switches
Send and receive data across TCP/IP, wireless, cellular, and optical systems
Create a connection using a modem
Connect to multiple VPNs and LANs using frame relay, ATM, and MPLS
Deploy high-speed broadband access with cable modems, xDSL, and CATV
Get details on VoIP, SIP, and voice over data services
Increase bandwidth using IP telephony techniques and PBX equipment
More details
Edition
5th edition
Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Publishing group
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Illustrations
120 Illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 241 mm
Width: 193 mm
Thickness: 38 mm
Weight
1362 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-07-226335-0 (9780072263350)
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Previous edition
Regis Bates | Donald Gregory
Voice & Data Communications Handbook
Book
08/2001
4th Edition
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Persons
Regis J."Bud" Bates, president of TC International Consulting, has 40 years of experience in telecommunications and information systems. He is a wireless systems expert who specializes in network operations and planning and is the author of more than 15 technology-oriented books.
Donald W. Gregory is a partner with Computer Sciences Corporation's Consulting Group (CSC). Previously, he worked at Arthur Andersen, International Harvester/Navistar, and Digital Equipment Corp. specializing in the design and implementation of data and voice communications networks.
Donald W. Gregory is a partner with Computer Sciences Corporation's Consulting Group (CSC). Previously, he worked at Arthur Andersen, International Harvester/Navistar, and Digital Equipment Corp. specializing in the design and implementation of data and voice communications networks.
Content
Chapter 1: Voice Communications
Chapter 2: The Open Systems Interconnect Model (OSI)
Chapter 3: Regulation in the Industry
Chapter 4: Signaling System 7 (SS7)
Chapter 5: Switching Systems
Chapter 6: Modulation and Multiplexing
Chapter 7: Wireless Communications
Chapter 8: Optical Communications
Chapter 9: Data Communications
Chapter 10: TCP/IP
Chapter 11: Frame Relay, ATM, and MPLS
Chapter 12: The Internet
Chapter 13: Local Area Networks (LANs)
Chapter 14: Wireless LANs
Chapter 15: Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and CATV
Chapter 16: Routers and Switches in the Networking Role
Chapter 17: Voice over Internet Protocols (VoIP)
Chapter 18: Session Initiation Protocol (SIP)
Chapter 19: IP Telephony
INDEX
Chapter 2: The Open Systems Interconnect Model (OSI)
Chapter 3: Regulation in the Industry
Chapter 4: Signaling System 7 (SS7)
Chapter 5: Switching Systems
Chapter 6: Modulation and Multiplexing
Chapter 7: Wireless Communications
Chapter 8: Optical Communications
Chapter 9: Data Communications
Chapter 10: TCP/IP
Chapter 11: Frame Relay, ATM, and MPLS
Chapter 12: The Internet
Chapter 13: Local Area Networks (LANs)
Chapter 14: Wireless LANs
Chapter 15: Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and CATV
Chapter 16: Routers and Switches in the Networking Role
Chapter 17: Voice over Internet Protocols (VoIP)
Chapter 18: Session Initiation Protocol (SIP)
Chapter 19: IP Telephony
INDEX