Principles of Modern Communications Technology (Artech House Telecommunications Library) (Hardcover)

by A. Michael Noll (Author) "Hearing is one of the greatest of the senses..." (more)
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A complete introduction to communication technologies and systems, offering a solid understanding of the fundamentals, history and future direction of this ever-changing field. Geared towards non-technical business professionals and students, this resource integrates human physiology and factors, important inventors and business people, and basic technological principles to explain the key concepts and developments of modern communications. This self-teaching book uses modern communication systems - such as the compact disc, television, the telephone, and the computer - as the motivation for the reader to study their basic principles. From analog-to-digital conversion, spectrum and bandwidth, and packet and circuit switching, to electricity and electronics, modulation and multiplexing, and computer processing, the author takes a thorough and phased approach in presenting major topics. Structured in a modular format, the book covers audio technology, video systems, speech communication systems, and written communication systems, applying key concepts in each area to real-world communication systems.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 296 pages
• Publisher: Artech House Publishers (May 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1580532845
• ISBN-13: 978-1580532846
• Product Dimensions: 10.3 x 7.2 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,401,934 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars understandable to a wide audience, January 7, 2005

By	W Boudville (Terra, Sol 3) - See all my reviews (TOP 50 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

For the scope of its subject, the book is quite small. Noll quickly goes over a large number of areas. From the history of various communications methods since the 19th century, to explaining about computers and the Internet. It is partly a history book.

It is not very technical. Seems to be aimed at a reader who is outside the engineering and computing field. But for such a person, Noll gives a good description of the key ideas and people who made it happen. Should be readily understandable to a wide audience.