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By Rafael Osso Description Communication technologies change the way we live our lives-the ways we communicate and share information, the news, and our entertainment. The new millennium promises to bring some of the most volatile activity in the history of communications, as we continue to be bombarded by new standards and technologies. The near frenzy of corporate mergers and acquisitions accelerates technological development and can provide hints of what is to come. With the rapid appearance of new protocols, standards, and tools, it becomes increasingly difficult -and increasingly important-for communications professionals to remain up-to-date on new and emerging technologies. The Handbook of Emerging Communications Technologies: The Next Decade fills this gap. Until now, information on many of its topics, such as Multi-protocol over ATM, IP Multicasting, and RSVP, existed only as fragmented articles on the Internet or as complex feature specifications. In this landmark volume, 18 leading authorities each tackle one of the cutting edge technologies destined to shape the future. Each chapter Describes a technology and any standards on which it is based. Discusses its impact on the communications field. Forecasts its future direction. Developed primarily for telecommunications specialists network managers, developers, and analysts, the Handbook of Emerging Communications Technologies: The Next Decade, offers the opportunity to acquire a deeper understanding of future technologies necessary to remaining current, and serves as a valuable reference guide for corporate executives, planners, and information managers-anyone seeking general knowledge about where the communications industry is heading.
FeaturesAddresses the newest communications technologies as they are emerging and captures
their essence and significance Contains topics not covered in other current books, including Wave Division Multiplexing, Web-Based Network Management, Multi-Protocol over ATM, MPEG-4, and many more Provides descriptions of the latest standards. Offers information not readily available elsewhere-Promises to be a landmark work
Editorial Reviews Book News, Inc. Describes emerging technologies sure to have a major impact in the field of communications. Articles provide details on innovative communications technologies along with comprehensive reference lists on where to acquire additional information. Most are technically oriented, with some accessible to non-technical readers. Areas discussed include video transmission, electronic commerce, optical networks, HDTV, Internet commerce, broadcasting in the Internet age, and security testing. Useful for telecommunications specialists, network managers, and developers, as well as executives and information managers. The editor is a senior technology executive with expertise in network and systems management. -- Copyright © 1999 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR All rights reserved Book News, Inc.®, Portland, OR Book Description
Communication technologies change the way we live our lives-the ways we communicate and share information, the news, and our entertainment. The new millennium promises to bring some of the most volatile activity in the history of communications, as we continue to be bombarded by new standards and technologies. The near frenzy of corporate mergers and acquisitions accelerates technological development and can provide hints of what is to come. With the rapid appearance of new protocols, standards, and tools, it becomes increasingly difficult -and increasingly important-for communications professionals to remain up-to-date on new and emerging technologies. The Handbook of Emerging Communications Technologies: The Next Decade fills this gap. Until now, information on many of its topics, such as Multiprotocol over ATM, IP Multicasting, and RSVP, existed only as fragmented articles on the Internet or as complex feature specifications. In this landmark volume, 18 leading authorities each tackle one of the cutting edge technologies destined to shape the future. Each chapter Describes a technology and any standards on which it is based Discusses its impact on the communications field Forecasts its future direction Developed primarily for telecommunications specialists network managers, developers, and analysts, the Handbook of Emerging Communications Technologies: The Next Decade, offers the opportunity to acquire a deeper understanding of future technologies necessary to remaining current, and serves as a valuable reference guide for corporate executives, planners, and information managers-anyone seeking general knowledge about where the communications industry is heading.
Book Info Offers the opportunity to acquire a deeper understanding of future technologies necessary to remain current, and serves as a valuable reference guide for corporate executives, planners and information managers about where the communications industry is heading. DLC: Telecommunications--Technological innovation. "In this volume, leading authorities tackle the cutting edge technologies destined to shape the future. Each chapter describes a technology and any standards on which it is based, discusses its impact on the communications field, and forecasts its future direction."--BOOK JACKET. "Developed primarily for telecommunications specialists, network managers, developers, and analysts, the Handbook of Emerging Communications Technologies: The Next Decade, offers the opportunity to acquire a deeper understanding of future technologies necessary to remaining current, and serves as a valuable reference guide for corporate executives, planners, and information managers - anyone seeking general knowledge about where the communications industry is heading."--BOOK JACKET. |
