Communication: The Handbook is a unique learning tool that introduces and reinforces key communication content in a practical handbook format that students will choose to keep and use throughout their college and professional careers. The highly readable and accessible chapters and modules use brief content sections, hands-on applications, and skill development to cover the essential communication skills and theory that will help students learn to manage their interpersonal relationships, interact competently in group situations, and deliver effective public presentations.

In a single volume, this handbook covers the entire field -- from principles of analog and digital communications to cordless telephones, wireless LANs, and international technology standards. The tremendous scope of this second edition ensures that its serving as the primary reference for every aspect of mobile communications. Details and references follow preliminary discussions, providing readers with the most accurate information available on the particular topic.

Straightforward and jargon-free, this updated edition is highly useful for anyone wanting to understand the latest advances in telecommunications and the rapidly evolving field of voice and data communications."--Jacket.

This book is designed to assist organizations and their employees to cooperate with the media and inform, calm, and direct their stakeholders and public during any emergency.

The Technical Communication Handbook, a life-long companion for technical communicators, is a comprehensive reference guidefor technical communication students at all levels, as well as by practicing technical communicators and others writing in the technical workplace. The handbook boasts a full-color design, extensively annotated model documents, and coverage of current topics in intellectual property, digital communication, collaboration, and accessibility issues.

With a Preface by noted satellite scientist Dr. Ahmad Ghais, the Second Edition reflects the expanded user base for this technology by updating information on historic, current, and planned commercial and military satellite systems and by expanding sections that explain the technology for non-technical professionals. The book begins with an introduction to satellite communications and goes on to provide an overview of the technologies involved in mobile satellite communications, providing basic introductions to RF Issues, power Issues, link issues and system issues. It describes early commercial mobile satellite communications systems, such as Marisat and Marecs and their military counterparts. The book then discusses the full range of Inmarsat and other current and planned geostationary, low earth orbiting and hybrid mobile satellite systems from over a dozen countries and companies. It is an essential guide for anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of this industry and military tool. • Revised edition will serve both technical and non-technical professionals who rely every day on mobile satellite communications • Describes and explains historic, current, and planned civil, commercial, and military mobile satellite communication systems. • First Edition charts and tables updated and expanded with current material for today’s mobile satellite technology

The Definitive Telecommunications Reference--Fully Updated Understand cutting-edge telecommunication and networking technologies using this straightforward, real-world implementation guide. Fully revised to cover all of the latest transmission protocols, Voice & Data Communications Handbook, Fifth Edition covers all the bases-from analog transmission, VPNs, and LANs to DSL, CATV, WiFi, VoIP, and GSM. This authoritative volume covers the ins-and-outs of each vital topic, supplies practical examples and solutions, and provides helpful self-tests. You'll also find up-to-date information on regulatory standards, switches, routers, frame relay, and security procedures. Use new wireless technologies Understand the building blocks of analog transmission-bandwith, amplitude, and frequency Provide transparent communications using the OSI model and seven-layer architecture Comply with local and federal regulations and RBOCs Transmit information using routers, SS7, PBX, and KTS switches Send and receive data across TCP/IP, wireless, cellular, and optical systems Create a connection using a modem Connect to multiple VPNs and LANs using frame relay, ATM, and MPLS Deploy high-speed broadband access with cable modems, xDSL, and CATV Get details on VoIP, SIP, and voice over data services Increase bandwidth using IP telephony techniques and PBX equipment