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Synopsis
*A clearly written, jargon-free explanation of how wireless telecommunications work, with an emphasis on the design and management of systems *Includes issues never before covered such as site acquisition, tower selection and construction, design of the fixed network (a.k.a the "backhaul"), and interconnection to the Public Switched Telephone Network *Extensive coverage of Bluetooth, WAP, and wireless broadbandGet a complete overview of the rapidly evolving field of wireless telecommunications, including the basics of wireless networks, essential technologies, applications, and markets. The new, completely updated edition of this practical resource offers clear, easy-to-follow explanations of fundamental design and operation concepts, and delves into the very latest advancements in the field. Real-world examples, photos, and diagrams from the wireless industry are included throughout the book.This volume looks at how wireless works in the real world. It provides the beginner with everything they need to understand the basic workings of wireless, technologically and within the markets. The guide looks at the regulatory structure of the wireless market and the basics of wireless systems and components, it clearly explains concepts like radio frequency, cell sites and switiching, as well as the regulatory processes that affect all wireless service providers. There is also guidelines detailing how wireless networks connect to and work with the traditional phone system, and an A-Z of every major feature of wireless. The book finishes with a look at the future of wireless applications, such as WAP, Bluetooth, wireless data; wireless broadband access, like LMDS and MMDS, and their prospects in the marketplace.
Product Identifiers
ISBN-10	0071372105
ISBN-13	9780071372107
eBay Product ID (ePID)	1752892
Key Details
Author	Paul Bedell
Number Of Pages	400 pages
Series	Crash Course
Format	Paperback
Publication Date	2001-03-13
Language	English
Publisher	McGraw-Hill Professional Publishing
Publication Year	2001
Additional Details
Copyright Date	2001
Illustrated	Yes
Dimensions
Weight	26.4 Oz
Height	1.1 In.
Width	7.3 In.
Length	9 In.
Target Audience
Group	Scholarly & Professional
Classification Method
LCCN	00-054885
LC Classification Number	TK5103.2.B43 2001
Dewey Decimal	621.384
Dewey Edition	22
Table Of Content
Chapter 1: History of Radio Communications. Chapter 2: Cellular Market Regulatory Structure. Chapter 3: Fundamental Wireless System Design and Components. Chapter 4: The Cell Base Station. Chapter 5: Radio-Frequency Channelization. Chapter 6: Radio-Frequency Propagation. Chapter 7: Wireless Communication System Towers. Chapter 8: Antennas and Radio-Frequency Power. Chapter 9: Base Station Equipment and Radio-Frequency Signal Flow. Chapter 10: Wireless System Capacity Engineering. Chapter 11: Cellular Regulatory Processes. Chapter 12: Enhancers and Microcells. Chapter 13: Design Tools and Testing Methods. Chapter 14: The Mobile Switching Center. Chapter 15: The N-AMPS Standard. Chapter 16: The Fixed Network and System Connectivity. Chapter 17: Microwave Radio Systems. Chapter 18: Wireless Interconnection to the Public Switched Telephone Network. Chapter 19: Cellular Call Processing. Chapter 20: Roaming and Intercarrier Networking. Chapter 21: Wireless Fraud. Chapter 22: Digital Wireless Technologies. Chapter 23: Personal Communication Services. Chapter 24: Wireless Data Technologies. Chapter 24: Commercial and Business Issues. Chapter 26: Enhanced Specialized Mobile Radio. Chapter 27: Satellite PCS Systems. Chapter 28: Broadband Technologies. Chapter 29: The Future of Wireless Telephony.