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Release Date: October 01, 1999

Broadband Economies tells the story of "Intelligent Communities" around the world that are using broadband and information technology to build local prosperity and social inclusion. Communications has let employers to go global in search of talent, skills and access to markets – and has introduced global competition between workers and communities. Communities everywhere strive to be places where people can find enough economic opportunity to raise a family and where their children can afford to do the same. Today, broadband and IT are helping 21st Century communities survive and prosper. They enable small companies to be global exporters, ensure that schools can access global resources and increase community involvement online. By boosting economic and social well-being, broadband and IT are reducing the incentives for their young people to flee in search of opportunity – but only if communities know how to put them to effective use.

Separate fact from hype to effectively plan and deliver highspeed Internet services to your community. Internationally recognized business strategist Craig Settles gives you a foundation for building a financially sustainable broadband network. "This book defines the needs, identifies the pitfalls, lays out the options, and ultimately prepares you to structure your own plan to promote better broadband in your community, " according to Ken Fellman, President, National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA). Mr. Settles offers guidelines to action for government administrators and IT staff, private-sector companies, community stakeholders and economic development professionals. 12 chapters methodically walk you through key broadband strategy and tactics. Craig Settles doesn't give you all the answers. In plain English, he helps you find the best answers to meet your community's specific broadband needs. His book begins by focusing on the primary objective driving broadband projects nationwide: increasing economic development. Mr. Settles then methodically walks you through the issues key to broadband success.

Release Date: August 01, 1995

An expert guide to the new and emerging field of broadband circuits for optical fiber communicationThis exciting publication makes it easy for readers to enter into and deepen their knowledge of the new and emerging field of broadband circuits for optical fiber communication. The author's selection and organization of material have been developed, tested, and refined from his many industry courses and seminars. Five types of broadband circuits are discussed in detail:* Transimpedance amplifiers* Limiting amplifiers* Automatic gain control (AGC) amplifiers* Lasers drivers* Modulator driversEssential background on optical fiber, photodetectors, lasers, modulators, and receiver theory is presented to help readers understand the system environment in which these broadband circuits operate. For each circuit type, the main specifications and their impact on system performance are explained and illustrated with numerical values. Next, the circuit concepts are discussed and illustrated with practical implementations. A broad range of circuits in MESFET, HFET, BJT, HBT, BiCMOS, and CMOS technologies is covered. Emphasis is on circuits for digital, continuous-mode transmission in the 2.5 to 40 Gb/s range, typically used in SONET, SDH, and Gigabit Ethernet applications. Burst-mode circuits for passive optical networks (PON) and analog circuits for hybrid fiber-coax (HFC) cable-TV applications also are discussed.Learning aids are provided throughout the text to help readers grasp and apply difficult concepts and techniques, including:* Chapter summaries that highlight the key points* Problem-and-answer sections to help readers apply their new knowledge* Research directions that point to exciting new technological breakthroughs on the horizon* Product examples that show the performance of actual broadband circuits* Appendices that cover eye diagrams, differential circuits, S parameters, transistors, and technologies* A bibliography that leads readers to more complete and in-depth treatment of specialized topicsThis is a superior learning tool for upper-level undergraduates and graduate-level students in circuit design and optical fiber communication. Unlike other texts that concentrate on analog circuits in general or mostly on optics, this text provides balanced coverage of electronic, optic, and system issues. Professionals in the fiber optic industry will find it an excellent reference, incorporating the latest technology and discoveries in the industry.

While the Internet revolution has vastly improved communications among businesses and individuals in the US, pressure has been building for faster and less expensive broadband data services. However, broadband services and prices have not kept pace either with demand or with progress in information technology. This title analyses the markets and policy issues underlying the broadband dilemma. Ferguson asserts that the Telecommunications Act of 1996 and federal policy have failed to provide sufficient levels of new entry, competition and innovation in the local telecommunications market, which remains dominated by monopoly telephone companies. New entrants and Internet-based firms remain disadvantaged relative to the monopoly incumbent local exchange carriers (ILEC). The combined result of these market and policy failures is inadequate technological progress, innovation and productivity growth in advanced Internet services and in telecommunications services in general. Ferguson believes federal policy must be adjusted to ensure the robust infrastructure necessary for advanced Internet services, electronic commerce, open-systems HDTV, videoconferencing and improved voice telephony.

A unique book with systematic and thorough coverage of HAP related issues, problems and solutions. Handbook of Broadband Communications from High Altitude Platforms provides a thorough overview and state of the art of the HAP enabling technologies, as well as describing recent research activities with most promising results. It outlines the roadmap for future development of HAPs. Focuses on placing HAPs in the perspective of current and future broadband wireless communication systems, providing the readers with an overview of the constraints affecting HAP-based broadband communicationsProvides a thorough overview of HAP enabling technologies, describes recent research activities with most promising results, and outlines the roadmap for future development of HAPsCovers enabling technologies and economics of HAP-based communication system including issues related to aeronautics, energetics, operating scenarios, applications and business modelingExamines the operating environment, advanced communication techniques for efficient radio link resource management, and suitable antennasAddresses multiplatform constellations, presenting the multiple HAP constellation planning procedure and discussing the networking implications of using multiple HAPs

Release Date: February 28, 2010

Release Date: April 06, 2010

Release Date: October 01, 2001

It's no secret that many IT professionals hate presenting and are often very bad at it. Focusing on technical details and speaking in monotone, they can quickly lose their audiences' attention and interest. Effective presentation skills are critical to the careers of IT professionals and the proper utilization of corporate resources. The Broadband Connection will show IT professionals how to become articulate, effective and persuasive speakers, no matter how difficult the information being disseminated. In The Broadband Connection, author and expert Alan Carroll, a transpersonal psychologist who has helped thousands of IT professionals worldwide evolve from nervous, insecure speakers into savvy, successful presenters, offers his proven strategies in this fresh and innovative step-by-step guidebook. Utilizing language and principles specific to the IT industry, the author teaches vital presentation skills in a familiar language the reader can identify with and understand. This book provides the tools to unleash the graceful speaker hidden inside every IT professional.

An expert guide to the new and emerging field of broadband circuits for optical fiber communicationThis exciting publication makes it easy for readers to enter into and deepen their knowledge of the new and emerging field of broadband circuits for optical fiber communication. The author's selection and organization of material have been developed, tested, and refined from his many industry courses and seminars. Five types of broadband circuits are discussed in detail:* Transimpedance amplifiers* Limiting amplifiers* Automatic gain control (AGC) amplifiers* Lasers drivers* Modulator driversEssential background on optical fiber, photodetectors, lasers, modulators, and receiver theory is presented to help readers understand the system environment in which these broadband circuits operate. For each circuit type, the main specifications and their impact on system performance are explained and illustrated with numerical values. Next, the circuit concepts are discussed and illustrated with practical implementations. A broad range of circuits in MESFET, HFET, BJT, HBT, BiCMOS, and CMOS technologies is covered. Emphasis is on circuits for digital, continuous-mode transmission in the 2.5 to 40 Gb/s range, typically used in SONET, SDH, and Gigabit Ethernet applications. Burst-mode circuits for passive optical networks (PON) and analog circuits for hybrid fiber-coax (HFC) cable-TV applications also are discussed.Learning aids are provided throughout the text to help readers grasp and apply difficult concepts and techniques, including:* Chapter summaries that highlight the key points* Problem-and-answer sections to help readers apply their new knowledge* Research directions that point to exciting new technological breakthroughs on the horizon* Product examples that show the performance of actual broadband circuits* Appendices that cover eye diagrams, differential circuits, S parameters, transistors, and technologies* A bibliography that leads readers to more complete and in-depth treatment of specialized topicsThis is a superior learning tool for upper-level undergraduates and graduate-level students in circuit design and optical fiber communication. Unlike other texts that concentrate on analog circuits in general or mostly on optics, this text provides balanced coverage of electronic, optic, and system issues. Professionals in the fiber optic industry will find it an excellent reference, incorporating the latest technology and discoveries in the industry.

Broadband Optical Access and Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) will provide the ultimate broadband service capabilities.Compared with the currently well-deployed broadband access technologies of ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) and Cable Modems, optical broadband access with Fiber-to-the-User’s home will cater for much higher speed access for new services.Broadband Optical Access Networks and Fiber-to-the-Home presents a comprehensive technical overview of key technologies and deployment strategies for optical broadband access networks and emerging new broadband services.  The authors discuss network design considerations, new services, deployment trends and operational experiences, while explaining the current situation and providing insights into future broadband access technologies and services.Broadband Optical Access Networks and Fiber-to-the-Home:Offers a comprehensive, up-to-date introduction to new developments in broadband access network technologies and services.Examines the impact of research and development in photonics technologies on broadband access and FTTH.Covers ADSL, VDSL with FTTC (Fiber-to-the-Curb), Cable Modem over HFC (Hybrid-Fiber Coax) and Gigabit Ethernet.Discusses the roles of Broadband Wireless LAN and integrated FTTH/Wireless Broadband Access as well as Broadband Home Networks.Provides a global view of broadband network development, presenting different technical and system deployment approaches and strategic considerations for comparison.Gives insight into the worldwide broadband competition and the future of this technology.Broadband Optical Access Networks and Fiber-to-the-Home will be an invaluable resource for engineers in research and development, network planners, business managers, consultants as well as analysts and educators for a better understanding of the future of broadband in the field of telecommunications, data communications, and broadband multimedia service industries.

Release Date: June 29, 2010

This book covers both the theoretical and practical aspects of BPLC technology. Advances in BPLC, which is essentially a blend of classical transmission line (TL) theory and communication and networking theories, have made it possible for broadband services to be used to link urban and rural areas efficiently and economically using a readily available and largely distributed power line infrastructure, for multi-service data transmission, high-speed internet access, and Voice Over Internet Protocol (VOIP), etc. Written for both university students in Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications Engineering (senior undergraduate as well as graduate) and industry engineers and specialists involved with planning, design, and improvement of BPLC systems, the book includes chapters on the fundamental aspects of the well-known TL theory, and communication and networking theories as background for the other chapters. The topics covered also include classification of BPLC systems, models for analyses based on TL theory, estimation of channel capacity and performance and finally application of modulation, coding and media access control techniques for boosting the performance of BPLC systems.

Broadband Optical Access and Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) will provide the ultimate broadband service capabilities.Compared with the currently well-deployed broadband access technologies of ADSL (Asymmetric Digital Subscriber Line) and Cable Modems, optical broadband access with Fiber-to-the-User’s home will cater for much higher speed access for new services.Broadband Optical Access Networks and Fiber-to-the-Home presents a comprehensive technical overview of key technologies and deployment strategies for optical broadband access networks and emerging new broadband services.  The authors discuss network design considerations, new services, deployment trends and operational experiences, while explaining the current situation and providing insights into future broadband access technologies and services.Broadband Optical Access Networks and Fiber-to-the-Home:Offers a comprehensive, up-to-date introduction to new developments in broadband access network technologies and services.Examines the impact of research and development in photonics technologies on broadband access and FTTH.Covers ADSL, VDSL with FTTC (Fiber-to-the-Curb), Cable Modem over HFC (Hybrid-Fiber Coax) and Gigabit Ethernet.Discusses the roles of Broadband Wireless LAN and integrated FTTH/Wireless Broadband Access as well as Broadband Home Networks.Provides a global view of broadband network development, presenting different technical and system deployment approaches and strategic considerations for comparison.Gives insight into the worldwide broadband competition and the future of this technology.Broadband Optical Access Networks and Fiber-to-the-Home will be an invaluable resource for engineers in research and development, network planners, business managers, consultants as well as analysts and educators for a better understanding of the future of broadband in the field of telecommunications, data communications, and broadband multimedia service industries.

Release Date: July 25, 2009

Separate fact from hype to effectively plan and deliver highspeed Internet services to your community. Internationally recognized business strategist Craig Settles gives you a foundation for building a financially sustainable broadband network. "This book defines the needs, identifies the pitfalls, lays out the options, and ultimately prepares you to structure your own plan to promote better broadband in your community, " according to Ken Fellman, President, National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA). Mr. Settles offers guidelines to action for government administrators and IT staff, private-sector companies, community stakeholders and economic development professionals. 12 chapters methodically walk you through key broadband strategy and tactics. Craig Settles doesn't give you all the answers. In plain English, he helps you find the best answers to meet your community's specific broadband needs. His book begins by focusing on the primary objective driving broadband projects nationwide: increasing economic development. Mr. Settles then methodically walks you through the issues key to broadband success.

Release Date: May 09, 2007

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Release Date: July 01, 2005

Broadband communications have become the most important focus in the current evolution of the Internet. But there is a significant difference in the broadband performance of different countries, raising critical issues about the United States, Japan and Korea, and the European Union. The United States gave rise to the Internet, but ranks eleventh in global broadband penetration. Japan and Korea lead the world in broadband penetration, and yet neither country dominates the global information and communications industry. The European Union has developed an effective new regulatory framework for electronic communications, yet follows both Asia and the United States. Global Broadband Battles explains these issues while analyzing the dynamic drivers of the broadband industry, including many of the technologies involved.

Pages: 264, Edition: 1, Hardcover, Peter Lang GmbH

The solutions to problems in the text "Broadband Matching: Theory and Implementation" are presented in this book. It contains detailed solutions to most problems in the text except some proofs of identities and theorems and the verification of solutions. Many of the design problems are given in numerical details for the benefit of those who wish to perform the design themselves.

"…provides the full, exciting story of optical modulators. … a comprehensive review, from the fundamental science to the material and processing technology to the optimized device design to the multitude of applications for which broadband optical modulators bring great value. … Especially valuable in my view is that the authors are internationally known researchers, developers, and systems people who are experts in their field, writing now, with the perspective that time offers, about their groundbreaking work. " —Dr. Rodney C. Alferness, Senior Vice President of Optical Networking Research at Lucent Technologies’ Bell Labs Considered the most comprehensive book yet published on this critical subject, Broadband Optical Modulators: Science, Technology, and Applications offers an incredibly wide-ranging yet in-depth overview of the state of the art in the design and use of optical modulators. A compilation of expert insights, this book covers fundamental and practical aspects, from materials to systems, addressing historical and more recent developments. Coverage includes: Optical and electro-optic properties of traditional single crystalline lithium niobate, silicon, and III-V compound semiconductors, as well as emerging electro-optic polymers and organic nonlinear optic crystals Discussion of factors important to modulator design, fabrication, and performance Fundamental topics, such as electro-optic effect in nonlinear optic crystals and semiconductors Leaders in the field created this invaluable reference for scientific researchers involved in high-speed device research and development, especially in the areas of optical transmitters and optical modulators for fiber-optics communication systems. Helping readers master optical modulation techniques, this book will be invaluable to engineers (system/subsystem designers, product developers, and technical and project managers) and other professionals in the telecommunications and defense industries. It offers the audience—which includes graduate students—an in-depth understanding of the new modulator architectures and technologies now available, as well as the strengths, weaknesses, advantages, and trade-offs associated with each.

Optical networks, undersea networks, GSM, UMTS…The recent explosion in broadband communications technologies has opened a new world of fast, flexible services and applications. To successfully implement these services, however, requires a solid understanding of the concepts and capabilities of broadband technologies and networks.Building Broadband Networks provides a comprehensive, non-theoretical introduction to broadband networking. It clearly and thoroughly conveys the principles and the technical fundamentals of the high-performance technologies that enable the reliable delivery of media-rich voice, video, and data services. After a careful examination of ISDN and ATM technologies, it describes optical network solutions based on SONET/SDH, WDM, and DWDM technologies. It then explores Ethernet operations and services and introduces Frame Relay and Fibre Channel networks, DSL solutions, and wireline and wireless cable networks. The author reviews the capabilities of cellular technologies, describes the characteristics of wireless networking technologies, and examines broadband satellite networks. She also explores next-generation network configurations, such as Internet2 and GEANT, and concludes with a study of network security problems and solutions.The process of building and implementing broadband networks is technically complicated. Straightforward, highly readable, and logically presented, Building Broadband Networks provides the foundation for understanding the broadband communications infrastructure and the framework needed to effectively develop and deploy broadband network solutions.

Compact microstrip antennas are of great importance in meeting the miniaturization requirements of modern portable communications equipmentThis book is a comprehensive treatment of design techniques and test data for current compact and broadband microstrip designsSummarizes the work of the author and his graduate students who have published over 80 refereed journal articles on the subject in the past few yearsAdvanced designs reported by various other prestigious antenna designers are incorporated as well