This work offers a look at the exciting area of data over wireless networks that is the emerging telecommunications revolution. It discusses the next generation of wireless networking technology and vendor-specific applications such as Cisco and Motorola, and how these and the latest protocols will be implemented. There is also a discussion of how cell-phone users and PDA users are able to transmit and receive e-mail, access their LANs and surf the Web.
Develop state-of-the-art wireless applications using this detailed guide
Transmit data over wireless networks and develop cutting-edge applications with this hands-on reference. This in-depth guide fully explains how wireless technology works and introduces the next generation of applications that allow for the transmission of data across wireless networks - in a manner that's both fast and secure.
Covering the importance of wireless LANs as well as vENDor-specific applications from several industry leaders, this book examines the breakthroughs and developments as new industry standards and protocols emerge in the wireless industry.
Use it and you'll learn how to:
-Implement the latest protocols including WAP and Bluetooth
-Find out about current and emerging wireless messaging technology
-Understand underlying technologies associated with different types of wireless transmission methods
-Learn details on wireless home networking
-Master wireless LAN applications and 802.11
-Get information about frequency allocation and channel utilization
-Discover the advantages and disadvantages of TDMA
-Preview the future direction of wireless technology and related equipment
Coverage Includes:
-Overview of wireless technology
-Evolving applications - LAN, e-mail, voicemail, e-commerce, and more
-Analog AMPS
-TDMA and DCMA
-PCS versus digital cellular
-Wireless application protocols (WAP)
-Equipment overviews - including screen displays