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Telecommunications, 4/E
Warren Hioki, Community College of Southern Nevada

ISBN-10: 013020031X
ISBN-13: 9780130200310

Publisher: Prentice Hall
Copyright: 2001
Format: Cloth; 664 pp
Published: 08/25/2000

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For courses in Telecommunications and Data Communications.

This introduction to the technical aspects of state-of-the-art telecommunications and data communications explores fundamental principles in a simplified, yet comprehensive and practical manner. Using exceptionally easy-to-read explanations and an abundance of drawings, tables, and charts, it explains both concepts and their applications.

  • NEW - Updated tables, figures, example problems and telecommunication standards.

    • Provides students with a current reference source that is also useful in industry. Ex.___

  • NEW - Updated to reflect changes in the Internet and emerging technologies.

    • Provides students with the most current information. Ex.___

  • NEW - Extensive coverage of the decibel(DB) with example problems.

    • Introduces students to current technologies and systems. Ex.___

  • NEW - More precise figures and descriptions of networks—Including bridges, routers, hubs, and switches.

    • Provides students with more in-depth coverage of important LAN technology. Ex.___

  • NEW - Binary and hexidecimal number systems, with numerous example problems.

    • Brings students up-to-speed in number systems. Ex.___

  • NEW - Standard wiring color codes of feeder network telephone cables featured.

    • Useful for telephone company technicians. Ex.___

  • NEW - SCSI interface and PCMCIA interface.

    • Most up-to-date information available. Ex.___

  • Fundamental principles emphasized in simple comprehensive presentation.

    • Enables students to understand key concepts and also use the text as a reference. Ex.___

  • A broad range of technical aspects and background material is covered.

    • Introduces students to topics without the intricate details of mathematical derivations and proofs. Ex.___

  • Text educates on concepts as well as applied theory.

    • Enables students to absorb practical as well as theoretical aspects of material. Ex.___

  • Numerous sketches with detailed explanations.

    • Provides students with practical knowledge necessary in the field. Ex.___

  • Technical terms and acronyms defined.

    • Familiarizes students with terminology. Ex.___

  • Universally accepted standards, current technologies, and systems are covered.

    • Provides students with most up-to-date information on subject. Ex.___

  • Updated tables, figures, example problems and telecommunication standards.

    • Provides students with a current reference source that is also useful in industry. Ex.___

  • Updated to reflect changes in the Internet and emerging technologies.

    • Provides students with the most current information. Ex.___

  • Extensive coverage of the decibel(DB) with example problems.

    • Introduces students to current technologies and systems. Ex.___

  • More precise figures and descriptions of networks—Including bridges, routers, hubs, and switches.

    • Provides students with more in-depth coverage of important LAN technology. Ex.___

  • Binary and hexidecimal number systems, with numerous example problems.

    • Brings students up-to-speed in number systems. Ex.___

  • Standard wiring color codes of feeder network telephone cables featured.

    • Useful for telephone company technicians. Ex.___

  • SCSI interface and PCMCIA interface.

    • Most up-to-date information available. Ex.___



 1. Introduction to Telecommunications.


 2. Noise.


 3. Amplitude Modulation.


 4. Frequency Modulation.


 5. Pulse Modulation and Encoding Techniques.


 6. Transmission Codes.


 7. Terminals.


 8. Serial Interfaces.


 9. The UART.


10. The UART Interface.


11. The Telephone Set and Subscriber Loop Interface.


12. The Telephone Network.


13. Modems.


14. Synchronous Protocols.


15. Local Area Networks.


16. The Internet and Emerging Technologies.


17. Error Detection, Correction, and Control.


18. Fiber Optics.


19. Wireless Communications.

This fourth edition of Telecommunications presents the most up-to-date information with regard to standards and emerging technologies in the field of telecommunications, still one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. A broad range of topics is covered, providing a solid foundation of knowledge without the intricate details of mathematical derivations and proofs. Fundamental principles are emphasized in a simplified yet comprehensive and practical manner. Comprehensive coverage if provided on all of the following:

  • Overview of the Industry
  • Noise
  • Amplitude Modulation
  • Frequency Modulation
  • Pulse Modulation
  • Transmission Codes and Encoding Techniques
  • Terminals
  • Serial Interfaces
  • The UART Interface
  • The Telephone Set and Subscriber Loop Interface
  • The Telephone Network
  • Modems
  • Protocols
  • Local Area Networks
  • The Internet and Emerging Technologies
  • Erroe Detection, Correction, and Control
  • Fiber Optics
  • Wireless Communications

Telecommunications is intended primarily for use as a college text for courses in data communications or telecommunications programs, and students and faculty alike find that it becomes an excellent reference long after its use in the classroom.

View a Sample Chapter PDF:

  • Instructor's Manual, 4/E
    Hioki
    © 2001 | Prentice Hall | Paper Bound w/CD-ROM; 96 pages | Instock
    ISBN-10: 0130880043 | ISBN-13: 9780130880048


  • WIN PH Test Manager, 4/E
    Hioki
    © 2001 | Prentice Hall | Software | Instock
    ISBN-10: 0130417262 | ISBN-13: 9780130417268


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