Voice & Data Communications Handbook, Fifth Edition - Hardcover

Bates, Regis Bud J.; Gregory, Donald W.

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0072263350 ISBN 13: 9780072263350

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education, 2007

Synopsis

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

About this title

Synopsis:

This definitive, bestselling telecommunications reference is fully revised and updated to cover the latest technologies. Voice and data communications expert Bud Bates delivers a complete, straightforward, and newly updated implementation guide on the latest telecommunications technologies to hit the market. You will get hands-on advice on installing network interface cards, using cable and DSL services, implementing current wireless security protocols, and more. Jargon-free, broad in scope, and providing in-depth coverage of critical topics, "Voice & Data Communications Handbook, Fifth Edition" is an invaluable resource for all telecom professionals. IT managers, networking engineers, and architects working in this fast-growing and rapidly evolving industry will want to have this new edition.

About the Author:

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.

 

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0072263350
• ISBN 13: 9780072263350
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 5
• Number of pages: 650