Author Description
Data Communications provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of modern data transmission. Covering everything from signal characteristics and transmission media to network protocols and hardware, this text serves as a practical guide for understanding the infrastructure that supports global information exchange.
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THE THESIS
This text investigates the fundamental principles and technical mechanisms governing the transmission of data across diverse communication systems. William Schweber, an experienced engineer and technical writer, synthesizes complex concepts into a structured framework designed to explain how information is encoded, modulated, and routed through modern networks. The book argues that understanding the physical and logical layers of data transmission is essential for mastering contemporary telecommunications infrastructure.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Principles of signal processing and modulation techniques
- Analysis of transmission media including copper, fiber optics, and wireless channels
- Overview of network protocols and error detection methods
- Examination of hardware components such as modems and multiplexers
Scope Limits
- Does not cover advanced software-defined networking or modern cloud-based architecture
- Excludes detailed programming tutorials for network applications
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Experts frequently cite this work as a reliable foundational text for students and professionals entering the field of telecommunications. Readers often note the technical density of the prose, which provides a comprehensive overview of hardware-centric communication systems.
Page Count:
564
Publication Date:
1988-01-01
Publisher:
Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Post Secondary
ISBN-10:
0070010978
ISBN-13:
9780070010970
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