Telecommunications Internetworking / Edition 1

by P. J. Louis

Overview

Manage service across "networks of networks"

Telecommunications Internetworking delivers the information you need to be a player in today's and tomorrow's internetworked telecom — the quickly evolving field, where technology and economics are inextricably linked. This unique, first-of-its-kind resource gives you both in-depth technical explanations and prescient business forecasts, in everyday language. Writing with the expertise of both an electrical engineer and a communications industry executive, author P. J. Louis explains the technology behind networks, from the intricate technical steps involved in a common landline phone call to the practicalities of linking all types of systems. Along with an understanding of PCS/cellular, paging, satellite, Internet/LANs/WANs, SS7, and cabling technologies, you'll gain the insight and confidence you need to:

* Design telecom networks of enduring value Base business decisions on a savvy overview of technologies, their interrelationships, and their futures
* Position your network advantageously for connectivity, access, seamlessness, convergence, and artificial intelligence
* Link networks using the most farsighted technical options
* Evaluate networks' potentials and roles as telecom providers
* Discover money-making services that networks can provide not only to consumers, but also to each other
* Gain a farsighted view of intelligent networking and other emerging technologies
* Anticipate technical changes that will affect future network success

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780071356541
Publisher:	McGraw-Hill Companies, The
Publication date:	03/29/2000
Series:	McGraw Hill Telecommunications Series
Pages:	564
Product dimensions:	7.50(w) x 9.25(h) x 1.15(d)

Table of Contents

	Preface	xv
	Introduction	xvii
	Acknowledgments	xxi
Chapter 1	What Is a Telecommunications Network?	1
	Network Components	3
	Switches or Routers	4
	Database	4
	Transmission Facilities	4
	Network Management Systems	5
	Subscriber Billing Systems	6
	Customer Care and Provisioning	6
	Network Signaling	6
	Multifrequency Signaling	7
	Multifrequency Applications	8
	Common-Channel Signaling (CCS)	9
	CCS Network Architecture	10
	The OSI Model	12
	The OSI Layers	12
	The SS7 Layers	14
	Network Types	16
	Network Types	17
	Wireline/Landline Telephone Networks	17
	Cellular and Personal Communications Services (PCS) Networks	18
	Personal Communications Services (PCS)	20
	Paging Systems	22
	Satellites	22
	Cable Television Networks	23
	The Internet	24
	Interconnection Types	25
	Network Intelligence	27
	Network Elements	28
	Network Services	30
	Operational Support Systems and Services	30
	Information Mediation	33
	Call-Detail Records and Subscriber Billing	33
	Network Management	35
	Network-Element Management	36
	Network Systems Management	37
	Service Management	37
	Customer Care	38
	Summary	38
Chapter 2	The Telecommunications Hub--Creating Value	39
	Interconnection Types	42
	Importance of Interconnection	45
	Interconnection between Different Network Providers	47
	Service Provider Perceptions	51
	Interconnection Products and Services	52
	Specifications versus Standards	54
	Interface Types: Standards versus De Facto	57
	Example of Infrastructure Services	59
	Points of View	62
	Evaluating New Services	63
	Network Planning	64
	Architectural Switching Plan	65
	Routing Techniques	69
	Transmission Plan	72
	Addressing/Numbering Plans	76
	Network Signaling Plan	78
	Network Management Plan	79
	Subscriber Billing/Customer Support Plan	84
	Summary	85
Chapter 3	Basic Network Technologies	87
	Network Structures	89
	Tree Architecture	90
	Ring Architecture	91
	Star Architecture	93
	Routing Techniques	95
	Hierarchical Routing/Alternate Routing	96
	Dynamic Routing	100
	Packet Switching	102
	Routing Relationships	102
	Transmission Facilities	103
	Transmission Types: Advantages and Disadvantages	104
	Synchronous Optical Network (SONET)	107
	Evaluating Transmission Facilities	112
	Transmission Business Opportunities	113
	Local Loop	114
	Summary	123
Chapter 4	Network Signaling and Its Applications	125
	Intersystem Signaling	127
	Multifrequency (MF) Signaling	127
	Signaling System 7 (SS7)	132
	Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM)	139
	Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)	148
	Frame Relay	151
	Integrated Services Digital Network (ISDN)	154
	Network Applications	158
	Summary	162
Chapter 5	Applications	165
	The Process of Creation	169
	The Unique Nature of Telecommunications Services Pricing	172
	Getting Down to Business: Applications	175
	Network-Based Subscriber Services	175
	Network-Based Carrier Services	180
	Operations Support Network Services	189
	Summary	195
Chapter 6	Wireline Telephone Networks	199
	Network/Traffic Structure	202
	Local Network Structure	202
	Toll Network Structure	207
	Switch Types	211
	Applying Wireline Network Structures	213
	The Hub	215
	Applications/Products/Services	217
	Networks within Networks: Layering Opportunities	222
	ILEC Challenges and the Future	224
	Outsourcing	228
	Common Technical and Business Precepts	238
	The State of Switching/Multifunctional Switching	240
	Summary	240
Chapter 7	Wireless--Cellular and Personal Communications Services Networks	243
	History	244
	Differences between Wireless and Wireline	246
	Mobility: Personal and Termina	249
	Cellular and PCS Carriers--Regulatory Operating Environment	251
	Cellular Carrier--Regulatior	251
	Cellular Frequency Channels	255
	Personal Communications Service (PCS)--Regulation	255
	From the Perspective of the Cellular Carriers	257
	Personal Communications Service (PCS) Frequency Channels	260
	Cellular and PCS Network Concepts	262
	Transmitter	262
	Receiver	262
	Cellular and PCS System Concept Review	263
	Design Concept	264
	Network Components/Network Elements	270
	Mobile Switching Center (MSC)	272
	Databases	272
	Radio Equipment	273
	Network Interconnect	273
	Network Signaling	274
	Network Applications and Services	278
	Cost Control	281
	Service Bundling	282
	Intelligent Networking	284
	The Internet	287
	The Wireless Local Loop	289
	Leveraging Assets	291
	Convergence: The Network and Business Interconnect	294
	Summary	296
Chapter 8	Paging Systems	297
	Paging Radio Frequency Spectrum Requirements	299
	Paging Architecture	301
	Paging Network Elements	301
	Typical Architectural Configurations	305
	Paging Company Types and Numbering	308
	Addressing in Traditional Paging	308
	Traditional Paging Network and Interconnection	311
	Traditional Paging Air Interface and Network Signaling Protocols	316
	Fixed Network Signaling Protocols	317
	Paging Air Interface Protocols	318
	Paging Broadcast Operations	320
	Differences between Paging and Cellular/PCS Operations	322
	Coverage	322
	Antenna Design	323
	Data Transmission Quality	326
	Base Station Design	326
	Operational Support Systems	327
	Customer Care and Billing	328
	Paging Business Paradigm/Environment	331
	Convergence: Applications and Services	332
	Summary	336
Chapter 9	Satellite Communications Systems	339
	What Is a Satellite?	342
	Satellite Housing	345
	Power System	345
	Antenna System	346
	Station-Keeping System	346
	Transponders	346
	Satellite Spectrum Bands	347
	Satellite Classifications	349
	Satellite Network Architecture	351
	Multi-Beam Satellite Network Architecture	355
	Earth Stations	355
	Satellite Access	358
	Similarities and Difference between Satellite and Terrestrial Systems	366
	Differences	367
	Similarities	369
	Common Networking Principles	370
	Applications	377
	Entertainment	378
	Education	381
	Data Transmission	382
	Public Telecommunications	382
	Access--An Application	382
	Long-Distance/International Voice and Data	384
	Television Broadcasting: Over the Air and Cable	385
	Direct to Home Broadcasting	387
	Radio Broadcasts	388
	Satellite Telephony	389
	Summary	391
Chapter 10	Cable Television Networks	393
	Cable Television Network Architecture	395
	Early CATV System Operatior	396
	Cable Television Systems Layouts	399
	Basic Network Configurations	405
	CATV Transmission Facilities	407
	A Broader View of CATV/Cable Television: Technology and Services	411
	Content	412
	The Network	414
	Other Delivery Mechanisms	418
	Convergence	420
	Summary	421
Chapter 11	The Internet	423
	What Is the Internet?	425
	Internet Network Architecture	425
	Components of the Internet	428
	Internet Routing	429
	The Language of the Internet	432
	Internet Access and Network Interconnection	433
	Applications	437
	Convergence--Business of the Internet	442
	Summary	444
Chapter 12	The Economics of and Requirements for Becoming a Telecommunications Carrier	447
	The Telecommunications Act of 1996 and Other Regulatory Commitments	448
	Other Regulatory Commitments	453
	Cost Components and Pricing Approaches	457
	Construction and Operational Goals	460
	Telecommunications Carriers: Interconnecting for the Future	463
	Moving Forward	466
Appendix A	Acronyms, Definitions, and Terminology	467
Appendix B	Network Interconnection Document Summary	497
	Interface Types	498
	Comparisons	500
	SS7 Based Interface Descriptions	501
	Multifrequency--Based Interface Descriptions	502
	GR2145-CORE Summary Descriptions of the CCS Supported Interfaces	505
	POI-T7 and POI-S7 (ISUP): Direct Trunk Access	508
	POI-T9 and POI-S9 (ISUP): Emergency Services Access	509
	POI-T11 and POI-S11 (ISUP): Operator Services Access	509
	Other IS293 Interfaces: Call Management Features	509
Appendix C	A Summary of the Telecommunications Act of 1996	515
	Resale Based-Entry Into Local Competition	518
	Unbundling Based Entry into Local Competition: Unbundled Network Elements	519
	Facilities-Based Entry into Local Competition	521
	Bibliography	523
	Index	525

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A valuable reference. The technology of communications is made understandable, the unique characteristics of each medium are clearly explained, and the author’s observations provide valuable guidance to those interested in the multi-billion dollar communications market.

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Gives perspective and technical details on managing service across "networks of networks," offering in-depth technical explanations and business forecasts in everyday language. Explains the technology behind networks, from steps involved in a common landline phone call to practicalities of linking all types of systems. Reviews related technologies, such as cellular, paging, satellite, and cabling technologies and their interrelationships, and discusses intelligent networking and other emerging technologies. Includes a glossary and document summaries. Author credentials are not given. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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