Telecommunications Internetworking: Delivering Services Across the Networks [Paperback]

P. J. Louis (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0071356541 | ISBN-13: 978-0071356541 | Publication Date: March 29, 2000 | Edition: 1

Manage service across "networks of networks"

Telecommunications Internetworking delivers the information you need to be a player in today's and tomorrow's internetworked telecom -- the quickly evolving field, where technology and economics are inextricably linked. This unique, first-of-its-kind resource gives you both in-depth technical explanations and prescient business forecasts, in everyday language. Writing with the expertise of both an electrical engineer and a communications industry executive, author P. J. Louis explains the technology behind networks, from the intricate technical steps involved in a common landline phone call to the practicalities of linking all types of systems. Along with an understanding of PCS/cellular, paging, satellite, Internet/LANs/WANs, SS7, and cabling technologies, you’ll gain the insight and confidence you need to:

* Design telecom networks of enduring value Base business decisions on a savvy overview of technologies, their interrelationships, and their futures
* Position your network advantageously for connectivity, access, seamlessness, convergence, and artificial intelligence
* Link networks using the most farsighted technical options
* Evaluate networks' potentials and roles as telecom providers
* Discover money-making services that networks can provide not only to consumers, but also to each other
* Gain a farsighted view of intelligent networking and other emerging technologies
* Anticipate technical changes that will affect future network success

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

'An invaluable resource for tomorrow's service providers.' --Lawrence Harte, President APDG, author of Global Paging and GSM Superphones 'A valuable reference for entrepreneurs and investors. The technology of communications is made understandable, the unique characteristics of each medium are clearly explained, and the author’s observations provide valuable guidance to those interested in the multi-billion dollar communications market.' --Lawrence J. Chu, President of CCG, Inc. Telecommunications Internetworking delivers the information you need to understand and be a player in today's and tomorrow's internetworked telecom. In this quickly evolving field, where technology and economics are inextricably linked, P. J. Louis provides a clear-eyed perspective and need-to-know technical details on managing service across “networks of networks.” This unique, first-of-its-kind resource gives you both in-depth technical explanations and prescient business forecasts, in everyday language. Writing with the expertise of both an electrical engineer and a communications industry executive, Louis explains the technology behind networks, from the intricate technical steps involved in a common landline phone call to the practicalities of linking all types of systems. Along with a look at PCS/cellular, paging, satellite, Internet/LANs/WANs, SS7, and cabling technologies, Telecommunications Internetworking hands you the insight and confidence you need to: Design telecom networks of enduring value. Base business decisions on a savvy overview of technologies, their interrelationships, and their futures. Position your network advantageously for connectivity, access, seamlessness, convergence, and artificial intelligence. Link networks using the most farsighted technical options. Evaluate networks' potentials and roles as telecom providers. Discover money-making services that networks can provide not only to consumers, but also to each other Gain a farsighted view of intelligent networking and other emerging technologies. Anticipate technical changes that will affect future network success. Written for managers and technicians, and others who will lead and enable the future of telecom, Telecommunications Internetworking is required reading in a networked world.

About the Author

P. J. Louis is Vice President of Marketing and Product Management at TruePosition, Inc., a leader in wireless location systems. He is former director of network technology at NextWave Wireless, former senior managing engineer at Bell Communications Research, Inc., and former chief of staff and director of engineering for NYNEX. He has a B.S. in electrical engineering from Columbia University and an M.S. in technology management from Polytechnic University of New York. He lives in Hartsdale, New York.

Product Details

• Paperback: 640 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 1 edition (March 29, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071356541
• ISBN-13: 978-0071356541
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,734,715 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Telecommunications Internetworking is a great resource., April 11, 2000

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Okan Azmak (New York, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Telecommunications Internetworking: Delivering Services Across the Networks (Paperback)

In the interest of disclosure, I feel that I should mention I was a reader for this book prior to its publication.

P.J. Louis' book covers the telecommunications industry in great breadth. It focuses on two interrelated topics; technology as an enabler for telecommunications, and the economics of building and managing telecommunications networks. In this book, P.J. Louis provides the essentials of a number of technologies, ranging from SS7 to ATM, TCP/IP and satellite communications, without getting lost in the technical details. He addresses the essentials of network architecture and planning, and he explains why different industries have adopted different alternatives for their networks.

Perhaps more important, he discusses wireline, wireless, satellite, cable and Internet networks in terms of the services they provide, and the financial and regulatory considerations they must face. When helpful, P.J. provides comparisons between competing technologies and industries, listing the similarities and differences between each alternative. He also provides a clear and concise summary of the 1996 Telecommunications Act.

I expect that decision-makers will find this book an indispensable reference in planning and growing their networks and businesses. I highly recommend it to newcomers as well as seasoned professionals.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding Book for Non-Engineers in the Telecom Industry, April 18, 2000

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Mark Spragg (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Telecommunications Internetworking: Delivering Services Across the Networks (Paperback)

I was pleasantly surprised to find a book that is easy to understand, yet thorough, for the non-engineer. My background is in finance and I currently work as a financial consultant for PricewaterhouseCoopers, focused on the telecom industry. I would recommend this book to anyone with a desire to learn more about what happens "behind the scenes" and how networks will continue to evolve in the future.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Telecommunications made easy!, May 5, 2000

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Edward F White (Long Island, New York) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Telecommunications Internetworking: Delivering Services Across the Networks (Paperback)

"Telecommunications Internetworking" is a well thought out description of an evolving market few people really understand. There are many individuals who posess expertise in one or more specific areas, but few posess the breath of expertise presented in this book. Mr. Louis has created a book that should be on every telecom professional's book shelf. Informative, yet easy to read, I am sure I will refer to this book often as various questions arrive on my desk.