Provides an entire chapter on spread spectrum, which is pervasive in wireless technology today.
Also provides an entire chapter on satellite communications. This topic remains an important area within wireless communications.
Thorough coverage of cordless systems.
Extensive coverage of fixed wireless access, also known as wireless local loop, and IEEE 802.16 standards.
Devotes a whole chapter on Mobile IP Wireless Application Protocol (WAP).
Complete coverage of Wireless LANs, including IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth.William Stallings has made a unique contribution to understanding the broad sweep of technical developments in computer networking and computer architecture. He has authored 17 titles, plus revised editions, for a total of 41 books on various aspects of these subjects. Dr. Stallings has seven times received the award for best Computer Science Textbook of the Year from the Text and Academic Authors Association. He is also an independent consultant whose clients have included computer and networking manufacturers and customers, software development firms, and leading-edge government research institutions. Dr. Stallings holds a Ph.D.degree in Computer Science from M.I.T and a B.S. from Notre Dame in electrical engineering.