Overview
Rapid deployment and acceptance of broadband networks, including the 802.11 a/b/g, 3G cellular networks, WiMAX, and emerging 4G cellular IP networks, have sparked a growing reliance on voice over IP and the quickly emerging IP TV and Mobile TV. Providing the necessary background and technical understanding to stay abreast and ahead of the IP trend, IP Communications and Services for NGN explores IP development for the delivery of next generation mobile services. Packed with detailed illustrations, this cutting-edge reference examines the primary IP protocols (IPv4 and IPv6), real-time protocols, and three major IP services (VoIP, IPTV, and Mobile TV). It clearly explains the different architectures of fixed, mobile, and wireless networks along with the major advantages and disadvantages of each. It includes coverage of the latest in: The VoIP Market SCTP and Vertical Handoff RSVP: Resource Reservation Protocol MPLS: MultiProtocol Label Switching SIP: Session Initiation Protocol IMS: IP Multimedia Subsystem RTSP: Real-Time Streaming Protocol RTP: Real-Time Transport Protocol IPTV System Architectures and IPTV System Descriptions With a detailed listing of commonly used acronyms, along with a clear description of the role IP is likely to play in the development of next generation mobile services, this book provides educators, industry practitioners, regulators, and subscribers with the ideal starting point for developing the understanding required to deploy, train, and use IP services effectively and efficiently.
Full Product Details
Author: Johnson I Agbinya
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint: Auerbach
Dimensions:
Width: 15.60cm
, Height: 2.80cm
, Length: 23.40cm
Weight: 0.703kg
ISBN: 9781420070903
ISBN 10: 1420070908
Pages: 414
Publication Date: 23 December 2009
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Author Information
Dr. Johnson Ihyeh Agbinya, ALCATEL Professor of Telecommunication (Content Development), French South African Technical Institute In Electronics (F'SATIE), Tshwane University of Technology, Pretoria.Dr. Agbinya is a highly experienced engineer with more than 30 years of development and teaching experience. His vast amount of experience includes work in Signal Processing, Information Communication networks, Real-time communications protocols and services, Satellite and Radar Communications, Broadband communications, 3G, 4G, CDMA/GSM, WiMAX and UWB communications, Computer Programming and Software Engineering for commercial applications, PC Assembly, and Integrated Circuits Development.
