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For courses in wireless communication networks and systems A Comprehensive Overview of Wireless Communications Wireless Communication Networks and Systems covers all types of wireless communications, from satellite and cellular to local and personal area networks. Organised into four easily comprehensible, reader-friendly parts, it presents a clear and comprehensive overview of the field of wireless communications. For those who are new to the topic, the book explains basic principles and fundamental topics concerning the technology and architecture of the field. Numerous figures and tables help clarify discussions, and each chapter includes a list of keywords, review questions, homework problems, and suggestions for further reading. The book includes an extensive online glossary, a list of frequently used acronyms, and a reference list. A diverse set of projects and other student exercises enables instructors to use the book as a component in a varied learning experience, tailoring courses to meet their specific needs.   The full text downloaded to your computer With eBooks you can: search for key concepts, words and phrases make highlights and notes as you study share your notes with friends eBooks are downloaded to your computer and accessible either offline through the Bookshelf (available as a free download), available online and also via the iPad and Android apps. Upon purchase, you'll gain instant access to this eBook. Time limit The eBooks products do not have an expiry date. You will continue to access your digital ebook products whilst you have your Bookshelf installed.

Wireless Communication Networks and Systems, Global Edition

• Title Page


• Copyright Page


• Dedication


• Contents


• Preface


• Acknowledgments


• About the Authors


• Chapter 1 Introduction


• 1.1 Wireless Comes of Age


• 1.2 The Global Cellular Network


• 1.3 The Mobile Device Revolution


• 1.4 Future Trends


• 1.5 The Trouble With Wireless


• Part One Technical Background


• Chapter 2 Transmission Fundamentals


• 2.1 Signals for Conveying Information


• 2.2 Analog and Digital Data Transmission


• 2.3 Channel Capacity


• 2.4 Transmission Media


• 2.5 Multiplexing


• 2.6 Recommended Reading


• 2.7 Key Terms, Review Questions, and Problems


• Appendix 2A Decibels and Signal Strength


• Chapter 3 Communication Networks


• 3.1 Lans, Mans, and Wans


• 3.2 Switching Techniques


• 3.3 Circuit Switching


• 3.4 Packet Switching


• 3.5 Quality of Service


• 3.6 Recommended Reading


• 3.7 Key Terms, Review Questions, and Problems


• Chapter 4 Protocols and the TCP/IP Suite


• 4.1 The Need for a Protocol Architecture


• 4.2 The TCP/IP Protocol Architecture


• 4.3 The OSI Model


• 4.4 Internetworking


• 4.5 Recommended Reading


• 4.6 Key Terms, Review Questions, and Problems


• Appendix 4A Internet Protocol


• Appendix 4B Transmission Control Protocol


• Appendix 4C User Datagram Protocol


• Part Two Wireless Communication Technology


• Chapter 5 Overview of Wireless Communication


• 5.1 Spectrum Considerations


• 5.2 Line-Of-Sight Transmission


• 5.3 Fading in the Mobile Environment


• 5.4 Channel Correction Mechanisms


• 5.5 Digital Signal Encoding Techniques


• 5.6 Co