Communication Technology Update
7th Edition
Published on 9. August 2000
Book
Paperback/Softback
360 pages
978-0-240-80407-1 (ISBN)
Description
As we enter the twenty first century, new communication technologies are being introduced at an astonishing rate, and making sense of these technologies is becoming increasingly difficult. Communication Technology Update is the single best source for the latest developments, trends, and issues in communication technology. Now in its seventh edition, Communication Technology Update has become an indispensable information resource for business, government, and academia.
Communication Technology Update continues to provide users with the latest information in all areas of telecommunication: electronic mass media, computers, consumer electronics, satellites, and telephony. A discussion of hardware, software, organizational structure, and political and economic influences is complimented by background information explaining the evolution of each of the technologies. New chapters for the seventh edition cover Internet commerce, streaming media, and home networking, in addition to the comprehensive coverage of two dozen technologies explored in the previous edition. Information on similar technologies has been concentrated into a smaller number of chapters to make it easier to compare history, revenues, technical descriptions, and user information across technologies.
The companion home page on the World Wide Web (http://www.tfi.com/ctu/) posts updated information submitted by chapter authors and offers links to other Internet resources, as well as a listing of trade organizations and trade publications covering all areas of communication technology.
Communication Technology Update continues to provide users with the latest information in all areas of telecommunication: electronic mass media, computers, consumer electronics, satellites, and telephony. A discussion of hardware, software, organizational structure, and political and economic influences is complimented by background information explaining the evolution of each of the technologies. New chapters for the seventh edition cover Internet commerce, streaming media, and home networking, in addition to the comprehensive coverage of two dozen technologies explored in the previous edition. Information on similar technologies has been concentrated into a smaller number of chapters to make it easier to compare history, revenues, technical descriptions, and user information across technologies.
The companion home page on the World Wide Web (http://www.tfi.com/ctu/) posts updated information submitted by chapter authors and offers links to other Internet resources, as well as a listing of trade organizations and trade publications covering all areas of communication technology.
Reviews / Votes
A Website to refer to is a great idea!needs more info on technical terms for beginners
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Edition
7th New edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Oxford
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
College/higher education
Professional and scholarly
Students in undergraduate communications courses; professionals in all areas of telecommunications,
Edition type
New edition
Dimensions
Height: 276 mm
Width: 219 mm
ISBN-13
978-0-240-80407-1 (9780240804071)
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Technology Futures Inc. | August E. Grant | Jennifer H. Meadows
Communication Technology Update
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02/2002
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August E. Grant | Jennifer H. Meadows | Technology Futures Inc.
Communication Technology Update
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08/1998
6th Edition
Focal Press
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Persons
Using proven methodologies and strategic applications, TFI prepares technology and market forecasts, which provide a forward-looking vantage point for making sustainable business decisions. Their services include consulting, research, education, and publications. Their clients include leading international technology and industrial companies. When industry insiders want an informed, independent assessment of future technology change, they call Technology Futures, Inc. [www.tfi.com]
Dr. August E. ("Augie") Grant is a technology futurist who specializes in research on new media technologies and consumer behavior.
Jennifer H. Meadows is Associate Professor in the Media Arts Option of the Department of Communication Design at California State University, Chico. She earned her M.A.in Radio, Television and Motion Pictures at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Ph.D. in Radio-Television-Film from the University of Texas at Austin. Her teaching and research integrate practical and theoretical concerns related to television production, the relationships between media and users, and changing media behavior in the new media marketplace. In addition to her teaching and research, she is Executive Producer for Milk Crate Productions and is a consultant to media organizations.
Dr. August E. ("Augie") Grant is a technology futurist who specializes in research on new media technologies and consumer behavior.
Jennifer H. Meadows is Associate Professor in the Media Arts Option of the Department of Communication Design at California State University, Chico. She earned her M.A.in Radio, Television and Motion Pictures at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Ph.D. in Radio-Television-Film from the University of Texas at Austin. Her teaching and research integrate practical and theoretical concerns related to television production, the relationships between media and users, and changing media behavior in the new media marketplace. In addition to her teaching and research, she is Executive Producer for Milk Crate Productions and is a consultant to media organizations.
Content
The Umbrella Perspective on Communication:Electronic Mass Media; Cable Television; Pay Television Services; Interactive Television; Direct Broadcast Satellite; Wireless Multipoint Distribution Services; Advanced Television; Radio Broadcasting; Multimedia Computers and Video Games; Computers in Media; Media Asset Management; Internet and the World Wide Web; Electronic Mail; Office Technologies; Document Printing Technologies; Virtual and Augmented Reality; The Digital Revolution Home Video; Digital Audio;. Local and Long Distance Telephony; Broadband Networks; Satellite Communications; Distance Learning Technologies; Telecommuting; Cable Distributed Telephony and Data Services; Wireless Telephony: Cellular, PCS, and MSS; Personal Communications: Pagers, Palmtops; and PDA's; Teleconferencing; Statistical Update of Selected U.S. Communications Media; Conclusions; Glossary.