Broadband Communications

An updated, lower-priced paperback Signature Edition of the best-selling book that brought together Ñ in one convenient resource Ñ the many technologies that increase network capacity. Network pros can continue to rely on Kumar for in-depth coverage of the standards, services, and markets for DSL, ATM, Intelligent Networks, BISDN, and SONET. The Signature Edition also covers access architecture (FTTC, HFC, DBS, LMDS, MMDS); backbone architecture; ATM environment encompassing UNI and PNNI; specialized video (DBS) and wireless networks; CATV architecture; and the role of the Internet in the broadband environment.