Telecom Crash Course - Softcover

Shepard, Steven

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071451439 ISBN 13: 9780071451437

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education, 2005

Synopsis

This unique book serves as a readable, holistic introduction to telecommunications. Far more than an acronym-studded quick fix, Telecom Crash Course is a true tutorial that offers context, connections--and humor-- to teach the importance of key technologies. Author Steven Shepard, an accomplished writer and teachers, uses lively stories that deliver important points about the markets that drive the technologies. He provides not only rigorous technical accuracy, with explanations of each technology's economic importance, but a market and customer-focused analysis of the use and business significance of each technology – and how they relate to each other.

About this title

About the Author

Steven Shepard (Williston, VT) is a professional writer and educator specializing in international telecommunications. He has written and taught technical courses on a broad range of topics around the globe. He is the author of several books, including Telecommunications Convergence and Optical Networking Demystified.

From the Back Cover

THE DEFINITIVE TELECOM RESOURCE -- COMPLETELY REVISED AND UPDATED

Get a thorough introduction to the telecommunications industry -- from the technologies involved to the complex business, market, and regulatory relationships. This new edition of the acclaimed telecom guide provides a framework for understanding the concepts, trends, terminology, acronyms, systems, and services that make up this evolving field. Expert author Steven Shepard offers not only rigorous technical accuracy, but clear, easy-to-follow descriptions, real-world examples, and even a bit of humor, all of which enhance your understanding of the topics covered.

The Latest Innovations
Beginning with a detailed analysis of how and why the telecom industry faltered in the early part of the decade, Telecom Crash Course covers the current state of the field and delves into the myriad new technologies shaping the communications landscape including revolutionary advances in broadband, VoIP, and wireless. This is a must-have resource for all current and aspiring telecom professionals, including IT staff, business decision-makers, marketing and sales staff, and students.

Covers These and Other Key Topics:

• Digital Wireless
• Wi-Fi and WiMAX
• CDMA vs. GSM
• VoIP
• Softswitch
• NGDLC
• Passive Optical Networking (PON)
• MPLS
• 802.17
• New security threats

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KEEP ON TOP OF THE EVER-CHANGING TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY:
Introduction * Wireless * Wireline * Access Issues * Data Issues * Optical * IT and Computing

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
• Publication date: 2005
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0071451439
• ISBN 13: 9780071451437
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 528