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

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.

 

From the Back Cover

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

Edition details

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