For courses in Telecommunications and Data Communications.
This introduction to the technical aspects of state-of-the-art telecommunications and data communications explores fundamental principles in a simplified, yet comprehensive and practical manner. Using exceptionally easy-to-read explanations and an abundance of drawings, tables, and charts, it explains both concepts and their applications.
This fourth edition of "Telecommunications" presents the most up-to-date information with regard to standards and emerging technologies in the field of telecommunications, still one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. A broad range of topics is covered, providing a solid foundation of knowledge without the intricate details of mathematical derivations and proofs. Fundamental principles are emphasized in a simplified yet comprehensive and practical manner. Comprehensive coverage if provided on all of the following:
- Overview of the Industry
- Noise
- Amplitude Modulation
- Frequency Modulation
- Pulse Modulation
- Transmission Codes and Encoding Techniques
- Terminals
- Serial Interfaces
- The UART Interface
- The Telephone Set and Subscriber Loop Interface
- The Telephone Network
- Modems
- Protocols
- Local Area Networks
- The Internet and Emerging Technologies
- Erroe Detection, Correction, and Control
- Fiber Optics
- Wireless Communications
"Telecommunications" is intended primarily for use as a college text for courses in data communications or telecommunications programs, and students and faculty alike find that it becomes an excellent reference long after its use in the classroom.