Networks and Telecommunications [Hardcover]

Martin P. Clark (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0471973467 | ISBN-13: 978-0471973461 | Publication Date: January 15, 1997 | Edition: 2

Telecommunications network design and operation is now widely regarded as an issue of business management as well as electrical engineering. In this updated edition, Martin Clark, a pioneer of this perspective, applies it to the increasingly complex and diverse realm of voice, data and multimedia networks. Written in an accessible style and clearly illustrated throughout, this is a basic, practical and intuitive insight into modern network engineering with sections including:
* Technical accounts of modern voice, data and multimedia networks
* Coverage of ATM, B-ISDN, SDH, mobile radio and satellite networks, Internet and TCP/IP
* Practical aspects of running and setting-up networks
* Running a business based on telecommunications
A text specifically for readers new to the whole subject of telecommunications, and professional telecommunications managers who need an introduction and reference work on all aspects of technology, operational techniques and regulation.

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This practical, hands-on guide explains how different types of networks operate and how they can be made to coexist, interwork or cooperate to serve a wide range of user needs. Within its 33 chapters, you'll find the whole picture explained--the techniques and administrative controls, industry jargon, how to expand systems of linked computers, international and mobile communications and worldwide regulations. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Telecommunications network design and operation is now widely regarded as an issue of business management as well as electrical engineering. In this updated edition, Martin Clark, a pioneer of this perspective, applies it to the increasingly complex and diverse realm of voice, data and multimedia networks. Written in an accessible style and clearly illustrated throughout, this is a basic, practical and intuitive insight into modern network engineering with sections including:
* Technical accounts of modern voice, data and multimedia networks
* Coverage of ATM, B-ISDN, SDH, mobile radio and satellite networks, Internet and TCP/IP
* Practical aspects of running and setting-up networks
* Running a business based on telecommunications
A text specifically for readers new to the whole subject of telecommunications, and professional telecommunications managers who need an introduction and reference work on all aspects of technology, operational techniques and regulation.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 931 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 2 edition (January 15, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471973467
• ISBN-13: 978-0471973461
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.7 x 2.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,434,637 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars Ph.D., July 5, 2000

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P. Mak (Macau SAR) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Networks and Telecommunications (Hardcover)

Martin did a very good job in writing ever-changing fields of both Networks and Telecommunications. The book covers a large variety of modern technologies, which usually encounter in Engineering and Business Coordination Planing. In addition, I appreciate on his writing style: concise and clear expression of concepts. It is a very good reference book for both Engineers and Managers. However, it is not suitable for students due to lack of practice (simulated) problems, concluding remarks or summaries. All in all, I would recommend this is a book that should be in the bookshelves of Telecommunication Professionals.