For courses in wireless networking, wireless communications, wireless data communications or wireless technology in departments of Computer Science, Engineering, IT, and Continuing Education. The rapid growth of mobile telephone use, satellite services, and the wireless Internet are generating tremendous changes in telecommunications and networking. Combining very current technical depth with a strong pedagogy and advanced Web support, this new edition provides a comprehensive guide to wireless technology–exploring key topics such as technology and architecture, network types, design approaches, and the latest applications. Visit Stallings Companion Website at http://williamstallings.com/CompSec/CompSec1e.html for student and instructor resources and his Computer Science Student Resource site http://williamstallings.com/StudentSupport.html Password protected instructor resources can be accessed here by clicking on the Resources Tab to view downloadable files. (Registration required) They include Power Point Slides, Solutions, tables and figures.
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1. Introduction. PART ONE: TECHNICAL BACKGROUND. 2. Transmission Fundamentals. 3. Communication Networks. 4. Protocols and the TCP/IP Suite. PART TWO: WIRELESS COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY. 5. Antennas and Propagation. 6. Signal Encoding Techniques. 7. Spread Spectrum. 8. Coding and Error Control.   Error Detection. Block Error Correction Codes. Convolutional Codes. Automatic Repeat Request. Recommended Reading. Key Terms, Review Questions, and Problems. PART THREE: WIRELESS NETWORKING. 9. Satellite Communications. 10. Cellular Wireless Networks. 11. Cordless Systems and Wireless Local Loop. 12. Mobile IP and Wireless Access Protocol. PART FOUR: WIRELESS LANS. 13. Wireless LAN Technology. 14. IEEE 802.11 Wireless LAN Standard. 15. Bluetooth.   Appendix A. Standards and Standard-Setting Organizations. .   Appendix C. Fourier Analysis.       Glossary.   References.   List of Acronyms.
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NEW--Updated material throughout--Addresses industry trends and technological advances such as the explosive growth of mobile telephones, satellite services, and the wireless Internet. NEW--New information on wireless standards--Includes expanded coverage of Wi-Fi and WiMax protocols. Balanced coverage of technology and standards--Provides a comprehensive guide to specific wireless standards, reflecting their importance in defining both available products and the direction of future research. Comprehensive introduction to technology and architecture--Reviews the components that characterize and differentiate wireless communication and networking, including frequency band, signal encoding technique, error correction technique, and network architecture. Discussion of network types--Examines the various types of wireless networks, such as satellite, cellular, fixed wireless access, and wireless LANs, including IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth. Review of current applications--Discusses thekey technologies and applications that have been developed from wireless infrastructures, especially mobile IP and wireless Web access. Topical, broad-based coverage--Offers an extensive discussion of spread spectrum and satellite communications, fixed wireless access technology, and IEEE 802.16 standards. Outstanding pedagogy--Features chapter-ending problems, review questions, suggestions for further reading, and lists of relevant Web sites. The second edition also includes an extensive glossary, list of frequently used acronyms, and a bibliography. Online support--Accompanying website at WilliamStallings.com/Wireless/Wireless2e.html includes useful instructor links, transparency masters of figures and tables in PDF format, PowerPoint lecture slides, and a monthly update sheet. Companion Website -- Access textbook-related resources and support materials for students and instructors maintained by the author. Student Resource Site -- Access a wealth of computer science-related information including mathematics reviews, how-to documents, research resources, and career explorations maintained by the author.
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Updated material throughout--Addresses industry trends and technological advances such as the explosive growth of mobile telephones, satellite services, and the wireless Internet. New information on wireless standards--Includes expanded coverage of Wi-Fi and WiMax protocols. Companion Website -- Access textbook-related resources and support materials for students and instructors maintained by the author. Student Resource Site -- Access a wealth of computer science-related information including mathematics reviews, how-to documents, research resources, and career explorations maintained by the author.
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Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781292027388
Publisert
2013-11-01
Utgave
2. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Pearson Education Limited
Vekt
1208 gr
Høyde
279 mm
Bredde
216 mm
Dybde
25 mm
Aldersnivå
P, 06
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
560

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