Books in the Telecoms Explained series

Provides an accessible introduction to Internet Protocol Television (IPTV). Covers the technology to build IPTV systems, and shows what lies beyond traditional business models and existing distribution technologies. Considers how IPTV technologies can exploit and change the current trends in consumer electronics and network industry.

Covers the latest innovations in Triple Play services such as Ethernet in the First Mile (EFM), VDSL2, pseudowires and Provider Backbone Transport (PBT). Provides a global approach that covers access networks, transport, signaling, service definition and business models.

Femtocells are low-power wireless access points used in the home and office. They operate in licensed spectrum to connect standard mobile phones (WCDMA, LTE, WiMAX, CDMA and GSM) and other mobile devices to a mobile operator's network via standard broadband internet connections.

Methodically analyzing telecoms convergence from the perspective of the end user, Convergence in Communications Networks: End-User Requirements, Technology Enablers, Industry Challenges & Business Opportunities addresses the business implications of convergence on the telecoms value chain with a special focus on end-user requirements.