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Wireless Systems, Cellular, 3G, LMR, Mobile Data, Paging, Satellite, Broadcast, and WLAN

Lawrence Harte, et al — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
This book covers the different types of wireless industries, their regulation, the wireless technologies they use, and what services they can provide. An overview of telecom voice, data, and multimedia applications is provided along with the fundamentals of wireless technologies.

Analog and digital mobile telephone systems are covered including analog cellular (1G), digital cellular (2G), packet based cellular (2.5G), and wideband cellular (3G) communication systems. Private land mobile radio (PLMR) dispatch and two-way radio systems are explained as well as how they are changing to advanced digital communication systems. Mobile data basics are provided along with the available types of packet and circuit switched data systems. One-way and two-way paging systems are described and how they are evolving into interactive information services. The types of satellite systems and their characteristics are also covered.

Point to point microwave, wireless cable, and broadband wireless fixed wireless systems are described. The fundamentals of analog and digital radio and television broadcast systems are provided. The fundamentals of residential cordless, public cordless and WPBX telephone systems covered. WLAN basics are provided including the different versions of 802.11. Short-range Bluetooth wireless technology and profiles are explained. Billing and customer care systems and their processes are described.

About the Author
Mr. Harte is the president of Althos, an expert information provider which researches, trains, and publishes on technology and business industries. He has over 29 years of technology analysis, development, implementation, and business management experience. Mr. Harte has worked for leading companies including Ericsson/General Electric, Audiovox/Toshiba and Westinghouse and has consulted for hundreds of other companies. Mr. Harte continually researches, analyzes, and tests new communication technologies, applications, and services. He has authored over 50 books on telecommunications technologies and business systems covering topics such as mobile telephone systems, data communications, voice over data networks, broadband, prepaid services, billing systems, sales, and Internet marketing. Mr. Harte holds many degrees and certificates including an Executive MBA from Wake Forest University (1995) and a BSET from the University of the State of New York, (1990).

Mr. David Bowler is an independent telecommunications training consultant. He has almost 20 years experience in designing and delivering training in the areas of wireless networks and related technologies, including CDMA, TDMA, GSM and 3G systems. He also has expertise in Wireless Local Loop and microwave radio systems and has designed and delivered a range of training courses on SS7 and other network signaling protocols. Mr. Bowler has worked for a number of telecommunications operators including Cable and Wireless and Mercury Communications and also for Wray Castle a telecommunications training company where he was responsible for the design of training programs for delivery on a global basis. Mr. Bowler was educated in the United Kingdom and holds a series of specialized maritime electronic engineering certificates.

Avi Ofrane is the president and CEO, and a master instructor of The Billing College. Mr. Ofrane founded The Billing College in 1996 to address the converging market trends associated with telecommunications Billing and Customer Care. Mr. Ofrane began his career in 1977 as an analyst with the IBM Corporation, designing and implementing manufacturing systems. Throughout his extensive career, Mr. Ofrane has been involved in all aspects of the industry, including strategic planning, RFP processing, vendor evaluation and selection, business process engineering, business/systems analyses, project management, implementation, operations, quality assurance, and executive management. Since 1982, Mr. Ofrane has concentrated exclusively on the telecommunications industry, in which he is now a recognized expert and master instructor in Billing and Customer Care. Mr. Ofrane lectures extensively in the US and in Europe on Billing and Customer Care issues, strategies, methodologies, and practices and he is a frequent speaker at major industry conferences. He has authored several leading books on billing systems. Mr. Ofrane holds a BS, Computer Science, from Pennsylvania State University.

Mr. Ben Levitan is an engineer and an expert on new and developing wireless standards for Satellite, Cellular and land mobile radio (LMR) Systems including ANSI-41, GSM, and 3rd Generation systems. Mr. Levitan is an active participant for the US and international development of ANSI-41, GSM, 802.11, All-IP (3G Standards), Interstandard Roaming and FCC and US Government mandated features and requirements. Mr. Levitan has represented COMSAT, Intelsat and Aeronautical Radio, Inc. in the development of satellite standards and was a member of the United States Delegations to the United Nation's International Telecommunications Union conferences for worldwide standardization of telecommunications for eight years. Mr. Levitan’s expertise includes international roaming for cellular systems and government and FCC mandated features such as the new required Wiretap standards (CALEA), Local Number Portability and 911 emergency standards for the cellular industry. Mr. Levitan is a frequent speake

Implementing 802.11, 802.16, and 802.20 Wireless Networks : Planning, Troubleshooting, and ...

Ron Olexa — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
This book describes how to plan, implement, and troubleshoot wi-fi network systems using all standardsthe widely used 802.11 family and the new 802.16 and 20for public, industrial, and commercial applications, such as waiting areas, conference rooms, libraries, offices, public spaces such as coffeehouses, etc. This is not a "home networking" or "personal wi-fi" guide, but instead a book aimed people who need (for example) to implement a wi-fi network.

*covers the widely used 802.11 family, as well as the new 802.16 and 802.20 standards

*focuses on big commercial network implementations, such as in public buildings and businesses

*author has over 25 years of experience with cellular systems and wireless networks

Download Description
This book describes how to plan, implement, and troubleshoot wi-fi network systems for public, industrial, and commercial applications. This is not a "home networking" guide, but instead a book aimed at people who need to implement a wi-fi network in places such as conference rooms, libraries, offices, and other business environments. With wi-fi technology moving beyond the limited range 802.11-based networks to "metro coverage" MANs, higher bandwidth 802.16 and 802.20 systems, this book is the guide that engineers need to stay on top of this rapidly developing field. Special attention is given to propagation and coverage which most other wi-fi books ignore altogether. While other wi-fi books exclusively discuss free wi-fi networks and eschew commercial implementations, this book discusses back-office aspects, such as user authentication and billing, of wi-fi 'hotspots", the areas within which a wireless system operates.--This text refers to the Digital edition.

802.11 Wireless Networks : The Definitive Guide

Matthew Gast — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Amazon.com
Among network designers and administrators, wired Ethernet is a known quantity. Plenty is known about how to build good twisted-pair network infrastructures, how to keep them secure, and how to monitor their excess capacity. Not so for the wireless Ethernet networks (built around the IEEE 802.11x standards)--these hold much more mystery for even experienced network designers. 802.11 Wireless Networks: The Definitive Guide aims to codify the body of knowledge needed to design and maintain wireless local area networks (LANs). The authors succeed admirably in this, covering what installation and administration teams need to know and digging into information of use to driver writers and others working at lower levels.

The only significant detail that's been excluded has to do with security--a notorious weak point of 802.11x LANs. The authors cover the feeble but widely used Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) authentication protocol in detail and devote another whole chapter to 802.1x, which is an emerging authentication scheme based on Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). The author has considerable skill in communicating information graphically and does a great job of using graphs to show how communications frequencies shift over time and how conversations among access points and network nodes progress over time. This is indeed an authoritative document. --David Wall

Topics covered: How IEEE 802.11a and 802.11b wireless networks (also known as WiFi networks) work, and how to configure your own. The framing specification is covered well, as are authentication protocols and (in detail) the physical phenomena that affect IEEE 802.11x radio transmissions. There's advice on how to design a wireless network topology, and how to go about network traffic analysis and performance improvement.--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Book Description
As we all know by now, wireless networks offer many advantages over fixed (or wired) networks. Foremost on that list is mobility, since going wireless frees you from the tether of an Ethernet cable at a desk. But that's just the tip of the cable-free iceberg. Wireless networks are also more flexible, faster and easier for you to use, and more affordable to deploy and maintain.

The de facto standard for wireless networking is the 802.11 protocol, which includes Wi-Fi (the wireless standard known as 802.11b) and its faster cousin, 802.11g. With easy-to-install 802.11 network hardware available everywhere you turn, the choice seems simple, and many people dive into wireless computing with less thought and planning than they'd give to a wired network. But it's wise to be familiar with both the capabilities and risks associated with the 802.11 protocols. And 802.11 Wireless Networks: The Definitive Guide, 2nd Edition is the perfect place to start.

This updated edition covers everything you'll ever need to know about wireless technology. Designed with the system administrator or serious home user in mind, it's a no-nonsense guide for setting up 802.11 on Windows and Linux. Among the wide range of topics covered are discussions on:

deployment considerations
network monitoring and performance tuning
wireless security issues
how to use and select access points
network monitoring essentials
wireless card configuration
security issues unique to wireless networks

With wireless technology, the advantages to its users are indeed plentiful. Companies no longer have to deal with the hassle and expense of wiring buildings, and households with several computers can avoid fights over who's online. And now, with 802.11 Wireless Networks: The Definitive Guide, 2nd Edition, you can integrate wireless technology into your current infrastructure with the utmost confidence.

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Programming Converged Networks: Call Control in Java, XML, and Parlay/OSA

Ravi Jain, et al — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description

Examines next generation APIs in detail
Provides broad coverage of several different call models and APIs, including JAIN, JTAPI, JCC, and Parlay
Discusses technical trade-offs involved in call control modeling and services
Sample call flows are shown to aid programmers using UML or Java

From the Back Cover
Learn how open APIs can be used to develop new services to leverage the value of converged Next Generation networks

"The essential open programming standards and the in-depth analysis spelled out in this book are paramount to converging homogeneous networks, providing a common language for the programmer and the network architect."
—Douglas Tait, JAIN Founder, Sun Microsystems

"A great book. Programming Converged Networks is the best resource available today for those interested in understanding the history, motivation and details of enabling enriched 2G and 3G services."
—Dr. Ard-Jan Moerdijk, former chairman Parlay/OSA Joint Working Group, Head of technology management, Ericsson Netherlands

"Open network APIs will revolutionize the creation of telecom applications and services. This book will help you understand how to use open APIs in designing and implementing novel telecoms applications that are ready for the next generation network, while being usable today."
—Zygmunt Lozinski, President, The Parlay Group and IBM Senior Technical Staff Member

"A much needed introduction to unleashing the power of converged network services that are based on open and standardized APIs."
—Christian Nord, Solution Strategy Manager & Parlay Board representative, Orange / France Telecom

Providing innovative, value-added services to customers is the key for success in today's competitive networking arena. This is particularly important for sophisticated converged Next Generation Networks (NGN)—integrating wired, wireless, circuit, and IP networks. Call Control models and Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)—such as JAIN, Parlay/OSA, and Parlay X Web Services—are used to develop, enhance, and attach advanced services to voice, data, and multimedia sessions in converged networks.

Programming Converged Networks: Call Control in Java, XML, and Parlay/OSA focuses on the role that APIs for Call Control play in next generation networks and addresses technical issues such as trade-offs between flexibility, performance, and simplicity. Special features include example software code and call flow diagrams using UML, Java, or OMG IDL; design choices and design patterns used by different call models and open API standards; advanced design solutions when programming with open APIs; and network programming using XML. This essential book will serve as an accessible tool for architects, programmers, and engineers; service designers and providers; and graduate students and researchers in telecom, networking, and computer science. Industry consultants and analysts will also find it a useful reference.

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Wireless Hacking

Lee Barken, et al — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

From Book News, Inc.
Barken (Strategic Technologies and Research Center, San Diego State University) provides a blueprint for building, deploying, and maintaining "homebrew" Wi-Fi (wireless Internet access) networks, for wireless enthusiasts, households, small businesses, and communities. Using the step-by-step instructions presented here, readers will be able to launch an 802.11 (Wi-Fi) network in a community, coffee shop, or other public space. Numerous screenshots and b&w photos of equipment are included.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Book Description
Wherever You Go, There You Are!

Build, Deploy and Maintain a "Homebrew" Wi-Fi Network
Create a Low-Cost/High-Yield Development Roadmap for Wireless Enthusiasts, Households, Small Businesses and Community Groups
Customize Wireless Operating Systems, Install Antennas, Build Solar-Powered Access Points and More

A few years ago, wireless internet access was just a glint in the eyes of the IT industry. Today, most notebook PCs ship with built-in Wi-Fi capability, and Wi-Fi access points have become as important as the espresso machines at the neighborhood Starbucks. Wireless Hacking provides a low-cost/high-yield blueprint for wireless enthusiasts, households, small businesses and communities. After reading this book, you will be able to build, deploy and maintain a "homebrew" Wi-Fi network. And if you just want some geek fun, Wireless Hacking won't disappoint. You will be challenged! Written by members of the pioneering SoCalFreeNet Wireless Users Group, Wireless Hacking delivers a series of interrelated projects, with full integration of both hardware and software hacks.

Some of the wireless hacks in this book include:

Use existing Ethernet cables to provide low-voltage power to Access Points with no additional source of electricity.
Install Linux and FreeBSD on low-cost (under $150) Soekris single-board computers.
Modify the firmware of your Linksys WRT54g.
Construct Solar Powered Access Points and Repeaters for your Wi-Fi network.
WarDrive for wireless access points with tools like Kismet and NetStumbler.
Install an antenna without killing yourself or changing the earth's orbit.
Expand your Wi-Fi network beyond one box and 50 users with MESH network topology.

...Many more hacks and modifications inside! CONTENTS OF THIS BOOK INCLUDE

Part 1: Introduction to Wireless Hacking 1: Wireless Background 2: SoCalFreeNet.org: Building Large Scale Community Wireless Networks 3: Securing Our Wireless Community

Part 2: Hardware Projects 4: 802.11 Access Points 5: 802.11 Client Cards

Part 3: Software Projects 6: Wireless Operating Systems 7: Monitoring the Network 8: Low-Cost Commercial Options 9: Mesh Networks

Part 4: Antennas and Outdoor Enclosure Projects 10: Antennas 11: Building Outdoor Enclosures and Antenna Masts 12: Solar Powered Access Points and Repeaters

Wi-Fi Toys: 15 Cool Wireless Projects for Home, Office, and Entertainment

Mike Outmesguine — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Review
“…capture that sense of physics experimentation class and draw your curiosity in…” (Linux Magazine, February 2005)

“…well written, generously illustrated and sure to spark the imagination of Wi-Fi tinkerers everywhere…” (PC Utilities, August 2004)

"The cable building chapter alone justifies purchasing this fascinating book. I'm trying the Car-to-Car WiFi Video project next!" (Jim Sutton, Wireless Tech Radio)

Review
“…capture that sense of physics experimentation and draw your curiosity in…” (Linux Magazine, February 2005)

“…well written, generously illustrated and sure to spark the imagination of Wi-Fi tinkerers everywhere…” (PC Utilities, August 2004)

"The cable building chapter alone justifies purchasing this fascinating book. I'm trying the Car-to-Car WiFi Video project next!" (Jim Sutton, Wireless Tech Radio)

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Jeff Duntemann's Wi-Fi Guide, Second Edition

Jeff Duntemann — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

From Book News, Inc.
This practical guide explains wireless ethernet (Wi-Fi) hardware for connecting computers without wires, sharing an Internet connection among family members, and sharing printers within a small office. The author offer advice on building a wireless network, installing client adapters, and choosing an antenna. The second edition adds a chapter on Wi-Fi protected access (WPA) technology. Distributed by O'Reilly.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Michael J. Davis, wireless LAN and cellular uber geek, April 4, 2003
I have more than 30 books on wireless/WLAN technology. This book has now moved to the top of my list.

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Jeff Duntemann's Drive-By Wi-Fi Guide

Jeff Duntemann — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
This book consists of many short, focused topic features that answer all the typical questions newcomers ask, such as "how does this work? how do I do it?" without losing the reader or a sense of humor. Duntemann explains the complex security issues clearly, and shows how users can protect themselves from both obvious and non-obvious threats. He expands the blizzard of WiFi acronyms and touches on the human element in the WiFi movement, including hacker threats and WiFi weirdness. The unique FAQ-index feature allows readers to zero in on precisely what they need to know without plowing through unrelated text. Many technical figures clarify difficult concepts, with abundant Web pointers to further information.

From the Publisher
We are really pleased to be publishing this expertly written hands-on guide by legendary tech writer, Jeff Duntemann. Jeff's real passion over the last decade has been anything wireless (he’s been a radio ham for 30 years) and he brings an expertise to the table in writing this book that you likely will not find in any other book. As an engaging and entertaining writer and speaker, Jeff has a knack for making formidable technology fun and easy to understand. As part of his Drive-By Wi-Fi guide, Jeff passionately:

* Explains what Wi-Fi is and why it’s ideal for use in the home, especially in conjunction with high-speed Internet connections.

* Puts the much-publicized "drive-by hacker" threat into perspective, and explains how such hackers may be kept out of your wireless network.

* Shows you how to combine loose parts of stuff you likely have sitting around the house to enhance your Wi-Fi network.

* Shows you how you can save many hours of time and money putting your Wi-Fi network together.

The Wi-Fi industry is really confusing with so many standards (802.11 this and 802.11 that) but Jeff really knows his stuff and he easily cuts through all of the confusion to bring you a guide that is certain to become the bible for all Wi-Fi users. Wi-Fi is a goofy business. Unlike a lot of technologies, corporate America isn’t driving the wireless networking field. Ordinary people are—along with a lot of wild-eyed hobbyists. Jeff’s book really reflects the trends that are taking place in the Wi-Fi industry.

Soup box antennas, chicken-wire power boosters, Boingo connections and the dreaded AirSnort—it’s all here! Jeff treats the subject with an easy touch and a light heart, and speaks the language of ordinary people rather than computer geeks. The presentation focuses on the human element more than technology jargon, with all the strange stories and oddball characters that have made Wi-Fi a culture of its own within the larger culture of personal computing.

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Hacking the PSP : Serious Hacks, Mods and Customizations for Sony's Playstation Portable ...

Auri Rahimzaheh — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
Roll up your sleeves and dig into the ultimate guide to hacking, modifying and customizing the hottest handheld around – the Sony PSP. Tons of hacks including:

Add an external Wi-Fi antenna
Access the hidden web browser to surf the web wirelessly
Turn your PSP into a USB hard drive
Save Xbox games on your PSP
Replace the PSP battery pack and add solar power
Use the PSP as a universal remote control
Transfer your own movies onto the PSP
Transfer TV shows recorded on TiVo onto your PSP
Of course – run Linux on your PSP
Write your own hacks

and more…

Design and Performance of 3G Wireless Networks and Wireless LANs

Mooi Choo Chuah, Qinqing Zhang — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
This book first provides some background material of wireless communications, traffic modeling and traffic engineering techniques. It then gives high level descriptions of CDMA2000/UMTS and WLAN systems, discusses some of the issues that engineers face when designing these systems, and provides innovative solutions for these issues. The last chapter provides some descriptions of upcoming features, e.g. IP multimedia subsystems, multimedia broadcast/multicast services and Push-to-Talk over Cellular (PoC) for 3G networks. This book is very useful for professors and system designers who do not have prior experience designing practical 3G wireless systems. The level of presentation is suitable for graduate students and practical engineers with some prior undergraduate level courses of digital communications and networking. Learning is facilitated by the problems included at the end of each chapter.

Mobile and Wireless Systems Beyond 3G: Managing New Business Opportunities

Margherita Pagani (Editor) — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Professor Raymond A. Hackney, Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, UK
"The holistic coverage within the book includes all aspects expected to be explained within a text on mobile wireless systems."--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

Book Description
Mobile and Wireless Systems beyond 3G: Managing New Business Opportunities explores new business opportunities and critical issue related to mobile and wireless systems beyond 3G. This book identifies motivations and barriers to the adoption of 3G mobile multimedia services and provides an end-user perspective on mobile multimedia services that are likely to emerge with the roll out of Third Generation Mobile Services (3G). Mobile and Wireless Systems beyond 3G: Managing New Business Opportunities presents a single source of up-to-date information about mobile commerce including the technology (hardware and software) involved, security issues and factors driving demand adoption (consumer and business). This book provides researchers and practitioners with a source of knowledge related to this emerging area of business, while also facilitating managers and business leaders’ understanding of the industrial evolutionary processes.--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

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Mobile Futures: Product And Content Strategies for 3g And Beyond

J. O'mahoney — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Edition: Hardcover

3G IP Multimedia Subsystem 2e

G Camarillo — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Next Generation Mobile Systems : 3G & Beyond

Minoru Etoh (Editor) — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
What will the future of wireless communications look like?

What drives mobile communications systems beyond 3G?

In Next Generation Mobile Systems the authors answer these questions and others surrounding the new technologies. The book examines the current research issues driving the wireless world and provides an inclusive overview of how established technologies will evolve to suit next generation mobile systems. While the term ‘4G’ already dominates research in industry and academia, there are still numerous hurdles to take before this ambitious concept can become reality. Acclaimed researchers from NTT-DoCoMo take up the debate of what type of mobile communications will emerge in the post-3G era.

Next Generation Mobile Systems:

Covers the evolution of IP-based systems and IP mobility.
Gives a detailed overview of radio-access technologies and wireless LANs.
Explains APIs for mobile systems and IP mobility.
Addresses middleware and applications, including terminal platform technologies, multimedia, and wireless web services.
Discusses security in future mobile networks, including sections on Cryptographic Algorithms and Protocols for XG, Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting, and Security Policy Enforcement for Downloaded Code.

This valuable resource will provide communications engineers, telecommunications managers and researchers in industry and academia with a sound understanding of the future direction of mobile technology.

From the Back Cover
What will the future of wireless communications look like?

What drives mobile communications systems beyond 3G?

Next Generation Mobile Systems:

Covers the evolution of IP-based systems and IP mobility.
Gives a detailed overview of radio-access technologies and wireless LANs.
Explains APIs for mobile systems and IP mobility.
Addresses middleware and applications, including terminal platform technologies, multimedia, and wireless web services.
Discusses security in future mobile networks, including sections on Cryptographic Algorithms and Protocols for XG, Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting, and Security Policy Enforcement for Downloaded Code.

Theory and Applications of OFDM and CDMA : Wideband Wireless Communications

Henrik Schulze, Christian Lueders — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
Theory and Applications of OFDM and CDMA is an ideal foundation textbook for those seeking a sound knowledge of this fast-developing field of wideband communications. The advanced transmission techniques of OFDM, applied in wireless LANs and in digital and video broadcasting, and CDMA, the foundation of 3G mobile communications, have been part of almost every communication system that has been designed in recent years, with both offering a high degree of flexibility in adjusting the system to the requirements of the application and to the impairments caused by the transmission channel.

Starting from the basics of digital transmission theory, the reader gains a comprehensive overview of the underlying ideas of these techniques and their strengths and weaknesses under various conditions. In this context, the specific requirements of the mobile radio channel and their relevance for the design of digital transmission systems are discussed and related to the items of channel coding and modulation.

Clear explanation of the basics of digital communications, mobile radio channels, coding and modulation, OFDM as a multicarrier system and CDMA as an application of spread spectrum techniques
Discusses the most important mobile radio and digital broadcasting systems that use OFDM and CDMA, and explains in detail the underlying ideas for the choice of system parameters
Progresses from the fundamentals of wideband communication through to modern applications
Includes a Companion Website featuring a solutions manual, electronic versions of the figures and other useful resources

This volume will be an invaluable resource to advanced undergraduate students and first/second year postgraduates of electrical and engineering and telecommunications. It will also appeal to practising engineers, researchers and those in academia who wish to expand their knowledge on modern aspects of digital communications and systems in a mobile radio environment.

Quadrature Amplitude Modulation : From Basics to Adaptive Trellis-Coded, Turbo-Equalised and ...

Lajos Hanzo, et al — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
Motivated by the rapid evolution of the consecutive generations of wireless communication systems this volume continues to provide an overview of the majority of single- and multi-carrier QAM techniques.

Now fully revised and updated, with more than 300 pages of new material, this new edition presents the wide range of recent developments in the field and places particular emphasis on the family of coded modulation aided OFDM and CDMA schemes. In addition, it also includes a fully revised chapter on adaptive modulation and a new chapter characterizing the design trade-offs of adaptive modulation and space-time coding.

Divided into four parts:

Part I – commences with a historical perspective and classic schemes for the uninitiated

Part II - offers a deep discourse on adaptive QAM arrangements that have found their way also into the 3G system's High Speed Data Packet Access (HSDPA) mode

Part III - details the advanced intricacies of adaptive versus space-time block- and trellis-coded OFDM and MC-CDMA

Part IV - contains previously unpublished new research results. It commences with a theoretical chapter on the capacity of wireless channels. The discussions then continue by contriving sophisticated iterative coded modulation systems, such as TCM, TTCM, BICM, BICM-ID designed for turbo-detected QAM-based space-time coded OFDM and CDMA systems operating over wireless channels

In summary, this volume amalgamates a comprehensive textbook with a deep research monograph on the topic of QAM, ensuring it has a wide-ranging appeal for both senior undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as practicing engineers and researchers.

From the Back Cover
Motivated by the rapid evolution of the consecutive generations of wireless communication systems this volume continues to provide an overview of the majority of single- and multi-carrier QAM techniques.

Divided into four parts:

Part I – commences with a historical perspective and classic schemes for the uninitiated

Part II - offers a deep discourse on adaptive QAM arrangements that have found their way also into the 3G system's High Speed Data Packet Access (HSDPA) mode

Part III - details the advanced intricacies of adaptive versus space-time block- and trellis-coded OFDM and MC-CDMA

WiMAX Handbook

Frank Ohrtman — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
Wi-MAX is a big deal because it’s cheaper, smaller, simpler and easier to use than any existing broadband option (DSL, cable, fiber, 3G wireless) – it also bypasses the existing wired infrastructure and legacy service providers (i.e. the phone and cable companies). This book provides a basic technical introduction to the IEEE standard, allowing engineers, technologists, and decision-makers to ascertain how this hugely disruptive technology is going to affect their businesses.

From the Back Cover

Master 802.16

Get a thorough introduction to WiMAX--the revolutionary new 802.16 IEEE standard for point-to-point and point-to-multipoint wireless broadband access. Written by networking expert Frank Ohrtman, this detailed guide annotates the 802.16 specification and explains how to design and build a robust, reliable, and secure WiMAX network that takes full advantage of the wide range, increased throughput, and “last mile” solutions offered by WiMAX.

Comprehensive Coverage

This unique resource describes how WiMAX affects current telecom technologies including Wi-Fi, fiber optics, and VoIP, and discusses the business and economic implications of this ground-breaking technology. Readers will find complete details on:

Annotated 802.16 specification
WiMAX architecture
Range, power, bandwidth, and roaming
QoS and security
Enterprise and residential applications
Wireless Metro Area Network (WMAN) deployments
Regulatory aspects including FCC guidelines

A DETAILED GUIDE TO WiMAX

Introduction * The Specs on the IEEE 802.16 * Range, Power and Bandwidth--The “Why” of WiMAX * WiMAX Quality of Service * Security * WiMAX Architecture: The Death of Fiber-Optic Networks As We Know Them * VoIP, WiMAX, and Wi-Fi: The Death of Telephone Companies As We Know Them * Video and WiMAX: The Death of Cable TV as We Know It • Economics of WiMAX * Regulatory Aspects of WiMAX * Conclusion: WiMAX as Disruptive Technology

About The Author: Frank Ohrtman is the founder of Wi-Max Systems, a telecommunications consulting firm. He previously held positions with Vsys, Lucent, and Netrix, and is a former U.S Navy Intelligence Officer with a specialization in electronic warfare. He is the author of Softswitch and The Wi-Fi Handbook, both from McGraw-Hill.

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Handbook of Wireless Local Area Networks: Applications, Technology, Security, and Standards

Mohammad Ilyas (Editor), SYED AHSON (Editor) — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
Handbook of Wireless Local Area Networks: Applications, Technology, Security, and Standards captures the current state of wireless LANs, and serves as the single comprehensive reference on the subject. Addressing challenges related to the further development of WLAN technology, the Handbook covers the entire spectrum of topics from basic concepts to research grade material. Consisting of 25 articles contributed by expert authors from around the world, the Handbook begins with a detailed introduction that provides an overview of LAN technologies, performance, security, and security protocols. It then delves further into WLAN technology, covering space-time processing, WLAN and cellular convergence, and a peer-to-peer approach to roaming, along with other topics. The Handbook continues by exploring WLAN applications, followed by an extensive discussion of security that includes security issues and the steps that can be taken to minimize WLAN security risks. This text concludes with an analysis of standards, describing 3G UMTS - IEEE 802.11b internetworking and security. ---------------------Features--------------------- · Offers a thorough introduction to LAN technology, performance, security, and security protocols · Analyzes WLAN applications including mobile commerce and innovative medical deployments · Discusses internetworking via 3G UMTS - IEEE 802.11b WLAN · Explores security in IEEE 802.11 WLANs

OFDM for Wireless Communications Systems

Ramjee Prasad — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
Written by leading authority Ramjee Prasad, this timely new work offers a complete understanding of OFDM technology and applications in wireless communications systems, placing emphasis on wireless LANs and PANs. OFDM is a key technology for beyond 3G communications, promising robust, high capacity, high speed wireless broadband multimedia networks. In this practical resource, established and new technologies are explained clearly and comprehensively, from OFDM basics to a detailed account of a new technique, hybrid OFDM CDMA slow frequency hopping.

About the Author
Ramjee Prasad is director of the Center for Teleinfrastruktur (CTIF), Aalborg University. He is the coauthor of Technology Trends in Wireless Communications, WLANs and WPANs towards 4G Wireless, Simulation and Software Radio for Mobile Communications, and OFDM for Wireless Multimedia Communications (Artech House, 2003, 2003, 2002, 2000), co-editor of Wireless IP and Building the Mobile Internet and WCDMA: Towards IP Mobility and Mobile Internet (Artech House, 2003, 2001), and is the author/co-author of several other books published by Artech House.

Introduction to GPRS and EDGE: Technology, Operation, and Services

Lawrence Harte, Bryan Strange — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
This book explains how the GSM system has been modified to provide GPRS, EDGE, and EGPRS mobile packet data services. Explained are the GPRS and EGPRS packet control channels and gateways to the GSM system to provide a maximum delivered packet data transmission rate of approximately 474 kbps. You will learn how EDGE is an evolved version of the GPRS radio channel that uses new phase modulation and packet transmission to provide for advanced high-speed EGPRS data services.

The GPRS system allows cellular service providers to upgrade one or more GSM radio channels (with changes) to provide broadband medium-speed and high-speed data services to their customers. GPRS and EGPRS technology is an "always-on" system that allows users to browse the Internet without complicated dialup connections.

You will discover that the key types of GPRS and EGPRS devices include external radio modems, wireless PCMCIA cards, embedded radio modules, and mobile telephones. External radio modems allow the customer to simply plug in their GPRS device to their USB or Ethernet data port to their desktop or laptop computer. GPRS PCMCIA cards can be added to most laptop computers or embedded radio modules allow devices such as PDAs and Laptops to integrate high-speed wireless without adding PCMCIA cards. Some mobile telephones include both GSM (voice and low speed data) and GPRS (high-speed packet data) capability.

Because the needs of voice and data communication are different, the operation of the GSM radio channel is different. GPRS devices can have single mode (only GPRS/EGPRS) or dual mode (both GSM voice and GPRS data) capability. You will discover how the GPRS system was modified using EDGE technology to increase the 171.2 kbps GPRS maximum data transmission rate to 474 kbps EGPRS data transmission rate.

This book provides the basic technical components and operation of GPRS technology. You will learn the physical radio channel structures of the GPRS system along with the basic frame and slot structures. Described are the logical channels and their functions. Explained are the key GPRS network components and how they communicate with each other.

Explained is the fundamental capabilities and operation of the GPRS and EGPRS radio channel including asymmetric data rates, modulation types (GMSK, 8-PSK), and how GPRS devices can use either GSM or GPRS control channels to setup and manage packet data communication sessions. You will discover how a packet control unit (PCU) coordinates the allocation of GSM voice channels and GPRS/EGPRS packet data channels and how a single GSM radio channel can provide up to 8 simultaneous data sessions and how many other users (possibly 80 per channel) can be added who have a 10% usage activity factor.

About the Author
Mr. Harte is the president of Althos, an expert information provider which researches, trains, and publishes on technology and business industries. He has over 29 years of technology analysis, development, implementation, and business management experience. Mr. Harte has worked for leading companies including Ericsson/General Electric, Audiovox/Toshiba and Westinghouse and has consulted for hundreds of other companies. Mr. Harte continually researches, analyzes, and tests new communication technologies, applications, and services. He has authored over 50 books on telecommunications technologies and business systems covering topics such as mobile telephone systems, data communications, voice over data networks, broadband, prepaid services, billing systems, sales, and Internet marketing. Mr. Harte holds many degrees and certificates including an Executive MBA from Wake Forest University (1995) and a BSET from the University of the State of New York, (1990).

Bryan Hashim Strange has performed a wide range of technical and managerial roles for 12 years at Wray Castle. This began with four years lecturing on a variety of engineering and academic modules for HND students, as a trainer and course developer for short courses based on European second and third generation technologies. These courses include UMTS System Overview, UMTS Air Interface, UMTS Cell Planning, GSM Air Interface, GSM Cell Planning, GSM Optimisation, GSM Indoor Coverage Planning, GSM Applied Cell Planning and GPRS. He has also developed and presented courses covering other global technologies such as cdmaOne, CDMA2000, TETRA, APCO 25, iDEN, WLAN and Bluetooth. Mr. Strange was educated in the United Kingdom at Clayesmore School (1976-1984) and Wray Castle College (1987-1990) and Lancaster University (1999 -2000). He also specializes in HNC Electronics and Communications Engineering and he has a Marine Radio General Certificate. Bryan Strange also holds 3 'A' Levels; Maths, Physics, Engineering Drawing and Design plus 9 'O' Levels; inc. Maths, English, Physics.

Introduction to Private Telephone Systems; KTS, PBX, Hosted PBX, IP Centrex, CTI, iPBX and ...

Lawrence Harte, Robert Flood — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
This book provides an introduction to the different types of private telephone systems, how they operate and common call processing features they offer. Private telephone systems are communication equipment and software that are owned, leased or operated by the companies that use these systems.

Private telephone systems are converting from company unique (proprietary) circuit switched systems to industry standard packet data voice (IP Telephony) systems. You will learn the basics of IP Telephony voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) and why it is so important to private telephone systems.

The fundamental parts of private telephone systems are described including telephone stations, local wiring, switching systems, and numbering plans are described and explained. The high growth market for private telephone systems and the key trends are covered providing you with an understanding of which system types are growing the fastest and how some systems are evolving to better compete in the industry.

Covered are the different types of private telephone systems. You will discover how multiline key telephone systems (KTS) operate and why they are converting from mechanical systems to automated electronic controlled networks. You will learn how automatic switching systems are used by private branch exchange (PBX) systems to provide features and services not offered by public telephone companies. Explained are the ways private telephone systems can be operated (hosted) by other companies (Hosted PBX/Centrex) and how these systems can provide services similar to PBX telephone systems. Discover how telephone systems can be combined with company information systems using computer telephony integration (CTI). You will learn how IP PBX (iPBX) systems operate and why IPTX is the fastest growing area in private telephone systems. You will learn some of the ways private telephone systems are adding wireless capabilities and industry standard wireless private branch exchange (WPBX) systems.

Important call processing features including distinctive ringing, call hold, call transfer, call pickup, line hunting and other features are described. Advanced private telephone system features are explained including automated attendant systems, automatic call distribution (ACD), Interactive voice response (IVR) and Voice mail (VM). A basic introduction to call centers is also included.

About the Author
Mr. Harte is the president of Althos, an expert information provider which researches, trains, and publishes on technology and business industries. He has over 29 years of technology analysis, development, implementation, and business management experience. Mr. Harte has worked for leading companies including Ericsson/General Electric, Audiovox/Toshiba and Westinghouse and has consulted for hundreds of other companies. Mr. Harte continually researches, analyzes, and tests new communication technologies, applications, and services. He has authored over 50 books on telecommunications technologies and business systems covering topics such as mobile telephone systems, data communications, voice over data networks, broadband, prepaid services, billing systems, sales, and Internet marketing. Mr. Harte holds many degrees and certificates including an Executive MBA from Wake Forest University (1995) and a BSET from the University of the State of New York, (1990).

Robert T. Flood has had a distinguished 30-year career in the telecommunications industry. As a renowned speaker at forums around the globe, Robert is a noted authority on Internet Protocol (IP) telephony. Prior to co-founding PingTone Communications, a provider of managed IPT services to corporations and business users worldwide, Robert was the chief technology officer of Cable & Wireless Global, managing a $3 billion capital budget and 1,500 employees worldwide. Robert was previously the chief technology officer and senior vice president of engineering for ICG Communications, driving the Denver-based telecommunications company into 83 markets. At ICG Flood pioneered Voice over Internet Protocol (IP), covering 188 long distance markets within an 8-month period. Prior to that, he worked for CenTel for 19 years in senior engineering positions. Robert serves on the Board of Directors of several technology companies. He earned a bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Nebraska, completed the executive program at the J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management at Northwestern University, and has a master's degree in Economics from the University of Nevada Las Vegas.

Wireless Home Networking For Dummies ®

Danny Briere, Pat Hurley — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Review
"...a great place to start...well worth the money..." (Microsoft Windows XP Official Magazine, March 2004)

"...the for Dummies tradition is upheld, through, with clear explanations of technical terms..." (Computer Active, 7 August 2003)--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Review
"...a great place to start...well worth the money..." (Microsoft Windows XP Official Magazine, March 2004)

OFDM-Based Broadband Wireless Networks : Design and Optimization

Hui Liu, Guoqing Li — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
OFDM-based Broadband Wireless Networks covers the latest technological advances in digital broadcasting, wireless LAN, and mobile networks to achieve high spectral efficiency, and to meet peak requirements for multimedia traffic. The book emphasizes the OFDM modem, air-interface, medium access-control (MAC), radio link protocols, and radio network planning.

First Mile Access Networks and Enabling Technologies

Ashwin Gumaste, Tony Antony — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description

Learn about the technologies that drive fast broadband access in the first mile and master the design of first mile access networks

Understand the motivating forces behind first mile access networks and learn about the technology and business requirements for first mile access solutions
Master the design of passive optical networks (PON)
Build EPON solutions and differentiate them from BPON and GPON
Enhance bandwidth capacity in the access area using CWDM technology
Learn about and design DSL and power-line communication (PLC) networks
Discover the use of WiFi in the first mile and study the subsystems involved in a WiFi solution
Learn the importance of management in first mile access networks and create a business case for diverse first mile access networks

First Mile Access Networks and Enabling Technologies provides a platform for showcasing first mile access technologies and associated network solutions. Using this book, you learn about the bandwidth bottleneck within the first mile and explore the resulting business prospects. Benefit from a thorough and thoughtful discussion of the business case for the first mile, which helps you approach the issue from multiple perspectives. Examine multiple access technologies, understand the diversity of solutions within this area, and take your solutions further using sound and unique management techniques. Utilize the solid and tested implementation method provided by this book to remove networking anomalies, such as the digital divide. This book helps you understand and capitalize on the market opportunity presented by the first mile.

First Mile Access Networks and Enabling Technologies covers multiple technologies, protocols, and business methods and can be used to understand the growth of first mile access networks and resulting business opportunities.

This book is part of the Networking Technology Series from Cisco Press, which offers networking professionals valuable information for constructing efficient networks, understanding new technologies, and building successful careers.

Book Info
Provides a platform for showcasing first mile access technologies and associated network solutions. Covers multiple technologies, protocols, and business methods.

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Voice over 802.11 (Artech House Telecommunications Library)

Frank Ohrtman — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

From Book News, Inc.
The combination of voice over Internet protocol (VoIP) and IEEE 802.11 (primarily Wi-Fi) has the potential to replace the public switched telephone network. This guide for telecommunications professionals describes in detail how to engineer each component of 802.11 and VoIP for reliable, high-quality voice transmission. Coverage includes such topics as the 802.11 standard, softswitch architecture, and related transport network technology. Ohrtman is a telecommunications systems consultant.Copyright © 2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Book Description
Wi-Fi can further enhance your organization’s productivity and savings by increasing portability and eliminating charges for PBX maintenance and for wire-line and cellular phone service. However, concerns about the QoS of Wi-Fi and VoIP prevent many organizations from realizing the full savings and productivity improvements that Wi-Fi can deliver. This guide to deploying Wi-Fi telephony helps you overcome these concerns by showing in detail how to engineer each component of Wi-Fi for reliable, high- quality voice transmission.

This informative reference reveals how Voice over Wi-Fi is a scalable, secure networking solution that supports today’s demanding application needs. The book explains the ins and outs of the 802.11 standard, Softswitch architecture and applications, and related transport network technology so you can deploy full-featured Wi-Fi that has optimum range and signaling. You also learn the economics of 802.11 and Softswitch so you can measure the cost savings and return on investment of deploying Wi-Fi.

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An It And Security Comparison Decision Support System For Wireless Lans: 802. ...

Kevin T. Reynolds — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
A network administrator is faced with a plethora of wireless services, complex radio issues, and products for wireless data. There are brand new protocols and products that could become obsolete a day after installation! Over 40% of all deployed WLANs do not even have minimum security activated, exposing the company's network and records to easy outsider access. An in-depth discussion, concerning WLAN protocols, virtual private networks (VPNs), various encryption algorithms, 802.1X authentication mechanisms, and compilation of network selection criteria provides the foundation to construct a small DSS to aid WLAN network administrators. The DSS uses a set of rules to evaluate a series of potential requirements and provides pertinent WLAN decision-making information. The DSS environment allows a number of specific what-if scenarios to be reviewed and compared; multiple solutions can be tried without having to deal with the consequences. Alternative technologies are listed by the DSS to educate the decision maker about other options.

Adventures of a Wi-Fi Pirate

J. Random Hacker — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description

Tracing the trail of a computer consultant with flexible ethical standards through hotels, schools, businesses, and the general outdoors, this cautionary tale shows the ease with which a hacker can access and cause trouble with other people's computers. Intertwined with each tale of a nosy consultant with too much time on his hands are practical explanations of how the network or computer was accessed and how the victim could have prevented the intrusion. With an alarming and revealing look at how vulnerable many Wi-Fi networks and computers are, this guide shows users how to reduce the chances of wireless hardware being accessed by unauthorized parties.

Caution! Wireless Networking : Preventing a Data Disaster

Jack McCullough — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
At last, a book dedicated to alleviating the fears that users may have about the security of their wireless home network. This no-nonsense guide is for wireless home
networkers who want to protect their data from hackers, crackers, viruses, and worms. Written in non-technical language that's perfect for both novices and intermediate users, this book offers a brief introduction to wireless networking and identifies the most common internal and external pitfalls-and ways to avoid and correct them.
* The ideal reference for computer users with a wireless network who need facts separated from fiction to learn what is necessary to protect their networks
* Real-world examples help demystify viruses, worms, cryptography, and identity theft, while expert advice, cool techniques, and step-by-step instructions give readers the know-how they need to secure a WLAN and protect their privacy
* Covers the latest computer security threats and countermeasures, addressing problems that older titles do not cover, particularly in the areas of virus protection

From the Back Cover
Sure you’re vulnerable.
Now here’s what you do about it

Calm down. There are definite dangers associated with wireless networking, but you hold the antidote in your hands. This guide, written by a respected security consultant, separates the genuine threats from the hype and hysteria. Then it tells you how to guard against virus attacks, hackers and crackers, rogue access points, drive-by downloads, sniffers, wardrivers, and other very real threats. By following the advice in these pages, you can make your Wi-Fi network as safe as it can be.

Understand how Wi-Fi works and what makes it vulnerable
Take a look inside the hacker community and see what makes them tick
Learn to recognize specific attacks
Check your system for weaknesses crackers can exploit
Hide your network from unwanted snoops and hackers by changing default settings and using encryption
Be able to identify hoaxes and see why they make you vulnerable
Guard your hardware with electrical protection, proper grounding, and regular maintenance
Deal with common Wi-Fi problems, such as multipath interference and overlapping channels
Protect your privacy from spyware, ISP monitoring, and other invaders

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Wireless Communications & Networks (2nd Edition)

William Stallings — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Info
Stallings presents thorough, up to date introductions to every key aspect of wireless communications and networking: technology, architecture, types of wireless networks, design approaches, applications, standards, and more. Softcover. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Back Cover

Best-selling author, William Stallings, gives an up-to-date coverage of both wireless communications and wireless networks with new expanded coverage of Wi-Fi and WiMax. Designed for students and professionals, this text explores the key networking topics with a unique approach covering: technology and architecture, network design approaches, and types of networks and applications.

DISTINGUISHING KEY FEATURES

Provides an entire chapter on spread spectrum, which is pervasive in wireless technology today.
Also provides an entire chapter on satellite communications. This topic remains an important area within wireless communications.
Thorough coverage of cordless systems. This is an interesting and important new area that extends the traditional cordless telephone technology over greater distances and for greater numbers of users.
Extensive coverage of fixed wireless access, also known as wireless local loop, and IEEE 802.16 standards. This has become a very important area for bringing high-speed access to subscribers in place of land lines.
Devotes a whole chapter on Mobile IP Wireless Application Protocol (WAP). Wireless Internet and Web access are driving forces in the evolution of wireless technology and are a must have.
Complete coverage of Wireless LANs, including IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth. This is a broad and important area, and the book devotes three chapters to this realm.

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Security In Wireless LANS And MANS (Artech House Computer Security)

Thomas Hardjono, Lakshminath R. Dondeti — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
With the popularity of the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) standard 802.11 WiFi® and the growing interest in the next generation Wireless Metropolitan Area Network (WMAN) standard 802.16 WiMax®, the need for effective solutions to the inherent security weaknesses of these networking technologies has become of critical importance. Thoroughly explaining the risks associated with deploying WLAN and WMAN networks, this groundbreaking book offers you practical insight into identifying and overcoming these security issues.

Including detailed descriptions of possible solutions to a number of specific security problems, the book gives you the hands-on techniques that you need to secure wireless networks in the enterprise and the home. This handy reference also defines key security terms to help you fully understand concepts and evaluate security products on the market today. Moreover, the book discusses the future direction of the WLAN and WMAN industry, allowing you to plan ahead for emerging technologies in the field.

About the Author
Thomas Hardjono is a Principal Scientist in the CTO Office at VeriSign, Inc., Mountain View, CA. He is also the coauthor of Multicast and Group Security (Artech House, 2003) and Fundamentals of Computer Security (Springer, 2003). Dr. Hardjono received his B.Sc. (Hons) in computer science from the University of Sydney, and Ph.D. in computer science from the University of New South Wales, Sydney, Australia.

Lakshminath R. Dondeti is a senior security architect in the advanced technology group at Nortel Networks, Billerica, MA. He is also the coauthor of Multicast and Group Security (Artech House, 2003). Dr. Dondeti received his B.E. from Motilal Nehru Regional Engineering College, Allahabad, India. He received his M.S. and Ph.D. from The University of Nebraska-Lincoln, all in computer science.

Service Assurance for Voice over WiFi and 3G Networks

Richard Lau, et al — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Edition: Hardcover

3G Wireless with 802.16 and 802.11 (McGraw-Hill Professional Engineering)

Clint Smith, John Meyer — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Books-on-Line, Oct. 2004
snapshot of the technology of wireless data communications technology as it exists today…description of the technology itself…goes into…details…describes…new buzz words

Review
Perhaps the fastest changing technology area is wireless communications. The old analog cell phone systems got us started with the idea of being able to talk anywhere. And if we could talk, we could send data. And if this worked, then the newer digital networks had to be designed from the ground up with a mixture of voice and data. Now we are reaching to the point where wireless may become a serious competitor to land lines for data communications. Already we see wireless networks in Starbucks and McDonalds, hidden below the surface are ATM machines, gas pumps, cash registers and more. The new IEEE 802.16 is bringing standardization to wireless broadband access, just as DSL and cable modem broadband.

This book is a snapshot of the technology of wireless data communications technology as it exists today. It is intended for the person who is thinking about or planning on the installation of a wireless data network. Part of the McGraw-Hill Professional Engineering series, it is a description of the technology itself. It is not a cookbook of the buy one of these and plug it into one of those types. It goes into the details of how the technology works. It describes all of the new buzz words. It is an introduction to Wi-Fi and WiMAX, but is not aimed at the total beginner or the shall we say technologically challenged.

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WiMax Operator's Manual: Building 802.16 Wireless Networks, Second Edition

Daniel Sweeney — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description

"I enjoyed the foresight provided in this book for potential problems faced by network operators…The practicality of an 802.16 network as a realistic solution also made the book a great resource."

— Kurt Kaylor, Slashdot contributor (Read the review on Slashdot.org)

If you are a primary decision-maker about the design and implementation of an 802.16-based wireless public network, then this is the book for you! This manual steers you on architecting and operating a network with wireless, "last mile" access. This thorough book discusses all layers of the network, as well as management and administration.

Author Daniel Sweeney explains planning, construction, and day-to-day operations of a standards-based broadband network. He discusses the many advantages of broadband wireless, and summarizes its unique difficulties, challenges, and limitations. After reading, you will possess a skill set for successfully planning and managing networks.--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Download Description
WiMax Operator’s Manual: Building 802.16 Wireless Networks is aimed at someone making primary decisions as to the design and implementation of an 802.16 based wireless public network. This is a manual on how to architect and operate a service network offering broadband wireless “last mile” access. The scope of the treatment includes all layers of the network and issues of management and administration. This operational handbook covers both the planning and construction, and the day-to-day operation, of a standards-based broadband wireless network. It explains the advantages of broadband wireless and where it constitutes a best solution, and it also delineates the unique difficulties, challenges, and limitations of broadband wireless. It does not attempt to summarize all knowledge relating to digital radio services or public packet networks, but provides essentials for planning and running the networks and indicates what kinds of specialized services should be secured to ensure the success of the undertaking. Highlights Include: ·This manual covers the new generation of smart, standards based broadband wireless networks ·Tells you what you need to know to plan a broadband wireless network for the delivery of profitable service offerings ·How to achieve spectral and operational efficiency to maximize your resources and minimize capital and operational expenses ·Puts broadband wireless in the context of the larger evolving service network ·How to scale your network for future growth--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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802.11 WLANs and IP Networking: Security, QoS, and Mobility

Neeli Prasad, Anand Prasad — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
Fully addressing the most critical WLAN and Wireless IP issues in the industry today, this practical new resource focuses on the areas of security, mobility, and QoS improvement. The book gives you a solid understanding of IEEE 802.11 standards and presents solutions discussed by the IEEE 802.11 standardization committee, including those that can be provided at the IP layer.

Moreover, the book provides guidance on deployment, insights on interworking with 3G mobile communications systems, and discussions on the market and business aspects of WLANS. From basic WLAN and Wireless IP concepts and the current status of IEEE 802.11, to WLAN deployment and integration with GPRS and UMTS and the future role of WLAN in beyond 3G and 4G systems, this authoritative reference presents a thorough overview of the key issues and possible solutions for WLANs from layer-1 to layer-3 and higher protocol layers, wherever necessary. The book is generously supported with over 120 illustrations.

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This newly revised edition of the Artech House classic, Phased Array Antenna Handbook, offers the most up-to-date and broadest view of array antennas and systems. You find complete design details that allow you to size an array system with a speed and confidence. The second edition offers you a wealth of new material, including a detailed treatment of antenna system noise, sections on antenna pattern synthesis, developments in subarray technology, and in-depth information on array architecture and components.--This text refers to the Digital edition.

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Multi-carrier Digital Communications: Theory And Applications Of OFDM

Ahmad R. S. Bahai, et al — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
Multi-Carrier Digital Communications Theory and Applications of OFDM, Second Edition Multi-carrier modulation, Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) particularly, has been successfully applied to a wide variety of digital communications applications over the past several years. OFDM has been chosen as the physical layer standard for a variety of important systems and its implementation techniques continue to evolve rapidly. This book is a valuable summary of the technology, providing an understanding of new advances as well as the present core technology. A unified presentation of OFDM performance and implementation over a wide variety of channels, including both wireline and wireless systems, is made. This will prove valuable both to developers of such systems and to researchers and graduate students involved in analysis of digital communications. In the interest of brevity, the authors have minimized treatment of more general communication issues. There exist many excellent texts on communication theory and technology. Only brief summaries of topics not specific to multi-carrier modulation are presented in this book where essential. As a background, it is assumed that the reader has a clear knowledge of basic fundamentals of digital communications. Highlights of the Second Edition During the past few years since the publication of the first edition of this text, the technology and application of OFDM have continued their rapid pace of advancement. As a result, it became clear that a new edition of the text would be highly desirable. The new edition provides the opportunity to make those corrections and clarifications whose need became apparent from continued discussions with many readers. However, the main purpose is to introduce new topics that have come to the forefront during the past few years, and to amplify the treatment of other subject matter. Because of the particularly rapid development of wireless systems employing OFDM, the authors introduced a section early in the text on wireless channel fundamentals. They have extended and modified their analysis of the effects of clipping, including new simulation results. A section of channel estimation has been added to the chapter on equalization. The chapter on local area networks has been greatly expanded to include the latest technology and applications. Three totally new chapters are added, on OFDM multiple access technology, on ultra wideband technology, and on WiMAX (IEEE 802.16). Organization of This Book The authors begin with a historical overview of multi-carrier communications, wherein its advantages for transmission over highly dispersive channels have long been recog-nized, particularly before the development of equalization techniques. They then focus on the bandwidth efficient technology of OFDM, in particular the digital signal processing techniques that have made the modulation format practical. Several chapters describe and analyze the sub-systems of an OFDM implementation, such as clipping, synchronization channel estimation, equalization, and coding. Analysis of performance over channels with various impairments is presented. The book continues with descriptions of three very important and diverse applications of OFDM that have been standardized and are now being deployed. ADSL provides access to digital services at several Mbps over the ordinary wire-pair connection between customers and the local telephone company central office. Digital broadcasting enables the radio reception of high-quality digitized sound and video. A unique configuration that is enabled by OFDM is the simultaneous transmission of identical signals by geographically dispersed transmitters. And, the new development of wireless LANs for multi-Mbps communications is presented in detail. Each of these successful applications required the development of new fundamental technology. Finally, the book concludes with describing the OFDM based multiple access techniques, ultra wideband technology and WiMAX.

From the Publisher
Multi-Carrier Digital Communications is essential both to developers of communications systems and to researchers and graduate students involved in analysis of digital communications, and will remain a valuable summary of the technology, providing an understanding of new advances as well as present core technology.

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Plunkett's Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Almanac (Plunkett's Wireless, Wi-Fi, ...

Jack W. Plunkett — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
The cell phone is the fastest-selling consumer electronic in the world. On a global basis, over 700 million cellular telephones are sold yearly. More camera-equipped cell phones are sold each year than stand alone digital cameras. Rapid development of new technologies is leading to ever more versatile, multipurpose mobile devices, including 3G Internet-enabled cell phones and PDAs. Meanwhile, wireless networking and wireless Internet access are developing and expanding on a global basis at a rapid rate. Booming technologies include such 802.11 standards as Wi-Fi and WiMax, as well as Ultra Wide Band (UWB) and Bluetooth. Telematics, intelligent transportation systems (ITS) and satellite radio will soon create an entertainment, navigation and communications revolution within automobiles and trucks. Meanwhile, RFID (radio frequency identification) will revolutionize wireless tracking, inventory and logistics at all levels, from manufacturing to shipping to retailing. These developments are creating challenges for legacy companies and opportunities for nimble marketers and managers. Our new Plunkett's Wireless, Wi-Fi, RFID & Cellular Industry Almanac covers these sectors in detail. Our coverage includes business trends analysis and industry statistics. We also include a wireless and cellular business glossary and a listing of industry contacts, such as industry associations and government agencies. Next, we profile hundreds of leading companies. Our company profiles include complete business descriptions and up to 27 executives by name and title.

About the Author
Jack W. Plunkett, Publisher/CEO of Plunkett Research, Ltd., is well known as an author, speaker and business consultant. Jack Plunkett is the author or editor of more than 27 books, including Plunkett’s E-Commerce & Internet Business Almanac and Plunkett’s Biotech & Genetics Industry Almanac. A life-long entrepreneur, he has been recognized as a finalist in the "Entrepreneur of the Year" competition sponsored by Ernst & Young. Plunkett is a frequent public speaker and lecturer on university campuses and at industry events. His work has been widely covered by hundreds of magazines, newspapers and broadcast stations, including stories in USA Today and Inc. Magazine, and he has been listed in over 16 national and global biographies. Plunkett is frequently interviewed as an expert source by such publications as Investors Business Daily and The Wall Street Journal, local and regional newspapers and national columnists. He has appeared on over 50 talk radio programs. Plunkett has won several awards for his civic and charitable activities, including involvement in public libraries, the arts, education and health care issues. He is a co-founder of the Technology Entrepreneurs' Exchange.

Mobile Positioning and Location Management with GPS, Terrestrial Positioning, Non-cellular ...

Gerry Christensen; David H. Williams, et al — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
No attribute is more distinguishing and valuable to mobile network operators and their constituents (customers, suppliers, and investors) than customer location information. Location-based Services (LBS) are predicted to finally take off beginning in late 2005 to early 2006. Many people do not understand the underlying technologies necessary to position wireless devices, render the raw positioning data into usable location information, manage location information, place the information into context through Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and the issues associated with the use of location information by consuming LBS applications. This publication provides the reader with an easy to understand, step-by-step approach to location determination and management - crucial knowledge for exploiting location as a value-added service enabler for mobile communications.

Features and Benefits:

This publication will answer your most important questions including:

What are the primary positioning technologies for cellular communications and how do they work?

What are the advantages and disadvantages of various positioning methods for various types of location-based services (LBS)?

What is Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and why is important to positioning, location management, and LBS?

What are the standards-based means for managing location information?

About the Author
Gerry Christensen is well known in telecommunications within his fields of expertise and is commonly a lecturer at many conferences and exhibitions. He is inventor of a patent pending system for delivery of identity information to wireless data devices. He is a board member of the Mobile Marketing Association and supports various industry initiatives within wireless communications. Mr. Christensen has been published in many periodicals, reports, and books including Wireless Intelligent Networking. He has also been a registered professional engineer since 1995.

Mr. Christensen has over 17 years of experience in planning, engineering, product management and business development for signaling networks, intelligent networks, and wireless communications networks. Range of experience spans fixed and wireless network operators, service bureau, and value-added application provider companies. Specialized technology and applications experience in the areas of mobile location services/technology, mobile messaging services, and prepaid wireless. He has worked for leading telecommunication companies including VeriSign, Iluminet, SignalSoft, and Bell South Cellular. He started his career as a traffic engineer for BellSouth Telecommunications.

Mr. Christensen has an MBA in Information Systems Management from Auburn University, and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the University of Florida. He is married with two children, and resides in Louisville, Colorado.

David Hilliard Williams is an internationally-known expert in the wireless/mobile communications field. His particular specialty is in Wireless Location, including Wireless 911 (E911), Location-Based Services, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID), and location-related Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi). He has developed industry-leading business and technology strategies and implementation approaches in these areas and provides consulting services to some of the leading enterprises in the U.S., South America, and Europe. Mr. Williams has been published and quoted by some of the leading magazines and newspapers in the country. He is a member of the Association of Public Safety Communications Officers (APCO) and the National Emergency Number Association (NENA).

Mr. Williams has over 17 years of consulting experience working at the most senior executive levels. Prior to founding E911-LBS Consulting, Mr. Williams was an Associate Partner with Accenture, the world's largest technology consulting firm, in their Communications & High-Technology Strategy Practice. He has also worked for Booz, Allen, & Hamilton and Deloitte Consulting. He started his career as an electrical engineer for Hughes Electronics.

Mr. Williams has an MBA in Information Systems Management from The University of Texas at Austin, and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Purdue University, graduating from both with top honors. He is married with four children, and resides in Wilton, Connecticut.

Overview of Wireless LAN

Award Solutions Inc. — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
PCS operators plan to provide data rates from 100 kbps to 2 Mbps with 2.5G and 3G networks. Wireless LANs promise over 10 Mbps. This course presents an overview of the IEEE 802.11b, Wi-Fi, Wireless LAN technology. This includes the background, architecture, air interface options and operations for establishing Wireless LAN connectivity. Deployment issues are discussed from an operator?s as well as from an enterprise network perspective. The next step in the evolution of Wireless LANs, 802.11a, is discussed

From the Publisher
System Requirements:

. Microsoft Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP

. 500 MHz Pentium class or compatible processor recommended (200 MHz minimum)

. 128 MB of RAM or higher recommended (64 MB minimum, performance may be affected)

. 1024x768 resolution or higher recommended (800x600 minimum)

. Sound card with speakers or headset

. CD-ROM Drive

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Denial of Service Vulnerabilities IEEE 802.16 Wireless Networks

Derrick D. Boom (Author) — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
This is a NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA report procured by the Pentagon and made available for public release. It has been reproduced in the best form available to the Pentagon. It is not spiral-bound, but rather assembled with Velobinding in a soft, white linen cover. The Storming Media report number is A239034. The abstract provided by the Pentagon follows: The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers' new 802.16 standard is set to revolutionize the delivery of Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) , much as the 802.11 "Wi-Fi" standard transformed wireless access to Local Area Networks. The standard describes a set of Medium Access Controls (MAC) and Air Interfaces that cover a broad range of broadcast frequencies and applications. As a result, manufacturers are developing IEEE 802.16 compliant equipment for high speed point-to-point circuits and point-to-multipoint circuits dubbed Wireless Metropolitan Area Networks (WMANs). These networks can span several miles and contain hundreds of subscribers. Shortly after IEEE 802.11 "Wi-Fi" systems became widespread, several serious Denial of Service (DoS) vulnerabilities inherent to the standard were discovered. This thesis examines the MAC layer of the 802.16 standard to determine whether these types of denial of service vulnerabilities are also present in the new standard. Also examined are vulnerabilities that may be unique to the 802.16 standard.

Free Space Optics and Wireless Broadband Radio Frequency Technology: Bringing High-Speed ...

John W. Sprague (Author) — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
This is a NAVAL POSTGRADUATE SCHOOL MONTEREY CA DEPT OF COMPUTER SCIENCE report procured by the Pentagon and made available for public release. It has been reproduced in the best form available to the Pentagon. It is not spiral-bound, but rather assembled with Velobinding in a soft, white linen cover. The Storming Media report number is A375304. The abstract provided by the Pentagon follows: Existing copper phone and cable infrastructure no longer provide the required broadband for today's emerging applications. Homes and businesses in the "last mile" require the same access to broadband speeds available inside the fiber optic ring. It is not economically feasible, however, to bring fiber optic cable to each and every home and business in the "last mile." Free Space Optics and Wireless Broadband Radio Frequency are two technologies gaining popularity as an alternative broadband infrastructure. Free Space Optics uses lasers and Wireless Broadband uses Radio Frequency waves to send large amounts of data from on place to another. Both are wireless technologies that use free space. As a result, they are quickly deployed, easily scaled, and cheaper to install and upgrade than wired infrastructures. These characteristics support missions of the Armed Forces in which wire-bound infrastructure is not dependable, is impractical to build and maintain, or requires a high degree of mobility. This thesis address the "last mile" problem including why current infrastructure will not provide a broadband solution. free Space Optics and Wireless Broadband Radio Frequency technologies are explored and discussed. Finally, an economic analysis of alternative network designs utilizing the two emerging technologies is applied to a fictitious city with a population of one million.

Wireless Network Coexistence

Robert Morrow, Robert Morrow — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Book Description
Wireless Network Coexistence deals with the integration and practical applications of the entire gamet of wireless services, including Wi-Fi, Wi-Media, ZigBee, and Bluetooth. It discusses what each of the services has to offer, what can be accomplished with each, and how each fits into an integrated wireless solution.

* Covers all "flavors" of 802.11: a, b, and g
* Explores 802.15 and its applications in home automation
* Includes cutting-edge information on Wi-Media, still in the draft stage of becoming a standard

Contents: Introduction * Indoor RF Propagation and Diversity Techniques * Basic Modulation and Coding * Advanced Modulation and Coding * Radio Performance * Medium Access Control * Passive Coexistence * Active Coexistence * Coexistence with Other Services

From the Back Cover
EARTHY DETAILS ON OVER-THE-AIR NETWORKS
If you're responsible for wireless systems -- design, maintenance, or operation -- put yourself in the capable hands of Dr. Bob Morrow. One of this country's leading wireless experts and trainers, Morrow provides the technical insight, practical methods, and been-there-done-that confidence you need to blend disparate pieces to create an optimal system.

NITTY-GRITTY KNOW-HOW
An authority with over two decades of experience in wireless design, and an instructor in wireless for one of the world's leading technical training firms, Morrow here shares his top dollar expertise. In Wireless Network Coexistence, he shows you how to choose the right services for the differing applications integrate and configure protocols for seamless, efficient performance, and make wireless systems function smoothly and reliably, together or separately—with interference minimized. Wireless Network Coexistence, helps you:

Evaluate the suitability of Wi-Fi (802.11 a, b, and g), Bluetooth (802.15.1), WiMedia (802.15.3), and ZigBee (802.15.4), to your needs, objectives, and circumstances
Discover how the rules in various regulatory domains influenced the development of wireless standards
Meet the significant challenges of designing and deploying multiple wireless networks within the same physical area
Leverage the benefits in all flavors of 802.11 within the standard's stringent restrictions
Make the right choices in signal propagation, advanced modulation techniques, and network connectivity options
Develop solutions for operating frequencies, packet structure, and channel access mechanisms
Analyze the extensive passive coexistence mechanisms integrated into the various wireless network standards
Learn techniques for reducing interference through active coexistence methods
Determine the suitability of using ultra-wideband for communicating at high data rates
Build flexible systems ready for developing technologies, such as Wi-Media and ZigBee
Study the nature of interference from the microwave oven
Discover the safety implications of operating wireless networks onboard commercial aircraft

THE INTEGRATED GUIDE TO WIRELESS Packed with tested solutions, essential information on equipment, and helpful formulas, Wireless Network Coexistence is a real-world guide to designing and building wireless systems. Included are: Introduction * Indoor RF Propagation and Diversity Techniques • Basic Modulation and Coding * Advanced Modulation and Coding * Radio Performance * Medium Access Control * Passive Coexistence * Active Coexistence * Coexistence with Other Services * List of Abbreviations

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Introduction to GPRS and EDGE: Technology, Operation, and Services

Lawrence Harte, Bryan Strange — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This book explains how the GSM system has been modified to provide GPRS, EDGE, and EGPRS mobile packet data services. Explained are the GPRS and EGPRS packet control channels and gateways to the GSM system to provide a maximum delivered packet data transmission rate of approximately 474 kbps....

OFDM-Based Broadband Wireless Networks : Design and Optimization

Hui Liu, Guoqing Li — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

OFDM-based Broadband Wireless Networks covers the latest technological advances in digital broadcasting, wireless LAN, and mobile networks to achieve high spectral efficiency, and to meet peak requirements for multimedia traffic...

Next Generation Mobile Systems : 3G & Beyond

Minoru Etoh (Editor) — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

What drives mobile communications systems beyond 3G? In Next Generation Mobile Systems the authors answer these questions and others surrounding the new technologies. The book examines the current research issues driving the wireless world and provides an inclusive overview of how established technologies will evolve to suit next generation mobile systems...

802.11 Wireless Networks : The Definitive Guide

Matthew Gast — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

Among network designers and administrators, wired Ethernet is a known quantity. Plenty is known about how to build good twisted-pair network infrastructures, how to keep them secure, and how to monitor their excess capacity. Not so for the wireless Ethernet networks (built around the IEEE 802.11x standards)--these hold much more mystery for even experienced network designers.....

3G Wireless with 802.16 and 802.11 (McGraw-Hill Professional Engineering)

Clint Smith, John Meyer — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

WiMax Operator's Manual: Building 802.16 Wireless Networks, Second Edition

Daniel Sweeney — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

When WiMax supersedes WiFi as the standard among wireless networks, WiMax Operator's Manual: Building 802.16 Wireless Networks, Second Edition will come in handy. This timely second edition covers technological changes to broadband wireless access, including competing standards to WiMax, mobile entertainment, and new data backup systems....

Implementing 802.11, 802.16, and 802.20 Wireless Networks : Planning, Troubleshooting, and ...

Ron Olexa — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

This book describes how to plan, implement, and troubleshoot wi-fi network systems using all standardsthe widely used 802.11 family and the new 802.16 and 20for public, industrial, and commercial applications, such as waiting areas, conference rooms, libraries, offices, public spaces such as coffeehouses, etc....

Security In Wireless LANS And MANS (Artech House Computer Security)

Thomas Hardjono, Lakshminath R. Dondeti — Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00

With the popularity of the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) standard 802.11 WiFi® and the growing interest in the next generation Wireless Metropolitan Area Network (WMAN) standard 802.16 WiMax®, the need for effective solutions to the inherent security weaknesses of these networking technologies has become of critical importance...