Introduction to Communications Technologies : A Guide for Non-Engineers (Hardcover)

1. Systems and Models of Communications Technologies: Shannon-Weaver, von Neumann, and the OSI Model 2. Basic Concepts of Electricity 3. Modulation Schemes 4. Signaling Formats, Multiplexing, and Digital Transmissions 5. PSTN to CPE 6. Circuit Switching 7. Mobile Wireless Technology 8. Packet Switching and Local Area Network Technology 9. The Language of the Internet: TCP/IP 10. Network Security and Management 11. Voice-Over-IP 12. Wireless Local Area Network 13. Video Basics 14. Digital Media 15. The Basics of MPLS Networking