Basics Series
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Price $80.00
640 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-23-7
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-23-7

The Basics of Telecommunications, 5th Edition
Executive Editor Stephen S. Jones

As technologies are developed with lightning speed and organizations everywhere adopt new and better methods of delivering services to their customers, telecommunications becomes a difficult field to keep up with. The fifth edition of The Basics of Telecommunications lays out the latest developments and trends to make catching up and keeping up with the industry simple.

"The Basics of Telecommunications 5th Edition provides an understanding of deployed, current, and emerging technologies which are being used in the business world today. The tutorials are designed for non-technically oriented business leaders to gain a solid, fundamental understanding of the tools that are being used in the global communication technology industry today".

-- Stephan S. Jones, Ph.D., Professor, Center for Information and Communication Sciences, Ball State University

Basics Series
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148 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-26-1
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-26-8

The Basics of Voice Over Internet Protocol
Authored by Frank M. Groom and Kevin M. Groom

The ability to deliver voice communications over Internet protocol has led to one of the biggest technological advances of our time. For a good base of knowledge on this increasingly popular voice service, turn to The Basics of Internet Protocol, which gives you an overall understanding of how this technology works, why it’s so popular, and where it’s heading.

Basics Series
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174 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-32-6
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-32-9

The Basics of 802.11 Wireless LANs
Authored by Stephen S. Jones, Frank M. Groom
and Kevin M. Groom

As technologies are created and perfected, they are also sometimes merged with one another to create something even more powerful and complex. One popular example of merging technologies is mobile broadband. This technology and the wireless networks it creates are explained thoroughly in The Basics of 802.11 Wireless LANs.

“The Basics of 802.11 Wireless LANs provides a practical outlook for preparing the corporate environment for successful adaptation of wireless communications. […] This is a timely and prescient work that will help information officers and communications professionals at all levels develop and maintain scalable technology to match their business.”

-Russell C. Staker, Senior Systems Analyst, Eli Lilly and Company

Basics Series
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68 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-49-0
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-49-7

The Basics of Cellular
Authored by Stephen S. Jones and Nick Chandler

Cellular technology is a part of so many people’s lives, and its influence on the world continues to grow. Learn the ins and outs of these networks with The Basics of Cellular. This publication gives a thorough overview of cellular, then delves deeper into several related topics such as connection and network reliability, all in a language that won’t leave novices scratching their heads.

“I like the no-nonsense, basic approach to this book; it covers the basics and then some. This easy-to-understand and thorough read is necessary for today’s telecommunication student. Covering the span between the Communications Act of 1934 to spread spectrum technology, it is embedded with enough detailed technology to provide a ready-reference for cellular communication.”

—Mr. Phillip Coleman, Assistant Professor, Computer Information Systems, Western Kentucky University

Basics Series
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372 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-48-2
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-48-0

The Basics of Satellite, 2nd Edition
Authored by Joseph N. Pelton

Despite the proliferation of new communications technologies, the decades-old satellite industry is not only still around, but also is expanding and shifting with the times. Now in its second edition, The Basics of Satellite Communications addresses myriad aspects of the technology in its current form and explores the paths it is expected to take in the future.

“As satellites become more deeply integrated into global telecommunications—from broadcast networks to the battlefield and from signage to cinema—it is more important than ever for non-engineers to understand the fundamentals of satellite communications and its many applications.  Dr. Pelton’s book is a great place to start.”

— Robert Bell, Executive Director Society of Satellite Professionals International (SSPI) New York, NY

Basics Series
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300 pages
10-digit ISBN: 1-931695-58-X
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-58-9

The Basics IPTV
Authored by Howard Gunn
To be released in summer of 2007

The purpose of The Basics of IPTV is to increase understanding of the technical, economic, and business model differences that are evolving for the delivery of rich media such as video, audio, and graphics—specifically consumer television services on private IP data networks of the near future. It likewise describes alternative scenarios that might develop during the global IPTV deployment, and how it could affect consumer behavior.

Annual Reviews
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750 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-53-9
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-53-4

The Annual Review of Communications, vol.59
A compilation report

The IEC’s Annual Review of Communications is a comprehensive report that includes some of the most relevant opinions on a range of topics in the communications field, written by experts from college professors to CEOs. Volume 59 of this publication—which has long been the IEC’s most popular—features papers written by members of such institutions as SupportSoft, IBM, Detecon, the Georgia Institute of Technology, PacketFront, Cisco Systems, Florida International University, Texas Instruments, and Hewlett-Packard.

Annual Reviews
CD ROM/ eBook
Price $4,500.00
50,000 pages
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-62-6

The Annual Review of Communications Digital Back Files
A compilation report of the entire 59 volume set
To be released in fall of 2007

The IEC’s Annual Review of Communications has been around for nearly six decades. In that time, it has compiled a wealth of information on the ever-changing technology industry, while owners of the series have acquired a wealth of bulky books. In keeping with its high-tech industry’s trends, the IEC is now compiling its entire ARoC series into a single digital file. This back file still has the plethora of useful information you expect from the IEC, but is now fully searchable, not to mention far more portable.

Annual Reviews
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193 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-38-5
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-38-1

The Annual Review of Broadband Communications
A compilation report

Broadband is one of the ICT industry’s fastest-growing and most popular technologies. The IEC’s Annual Review of Broadband Communications offers a platform for experts to explore broadband’s many facets, including Ethernet and fiber optics, and address the impact it has had on services and products worldwide.

Annual Reviews
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109 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-39-3
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-39-8

The Annual Review of IP Communications
A compilation report

As communications of all kinds are migrated to IP, this technology only becomes more complex and harder to implement. However, companies that don’t integrate their service over IP will only hurt their revenue. The top people in the IP field share their experiences with handling IP technology so companies can skip the stumbling blocks.

Annual Reviews
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229 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-41-5
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-41-1

The Annual Review of Network Management and Security
A compilation report

As systems become more sophisticated and complex, companies have to put more time, effort, and money into keeping them invulnerable. The experts who contributed to this volume address a wide range of topics related to making sure systems are safe and secure while still being simple and manageable.

Annual Reviews
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147 pages
10-digit ISBN:   1-931695-40-7
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-40-4

The Annual Review of Wireless Communications
A compilation report

Wireless communications is a booming industry, and corporations have to keep up with the latest tactics and trends or suffer the fate of high churn and low revenue. The Annual Review of Wireless Communications features the latest perspectives from the experts at the forefront of this hot technology.

Annual Reviews
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The Annual Review of Communications, vol. 60 anniversary edition
A compilation report

Annual Reviews
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pages
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The Annual Review of Communications, Commemorative Issue
A compilation report

Comprehensive Reports
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445 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-51-2
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-37-4

Achieving the Triple Play: Technologies and Business Models for Success
A compilation report

Telecom companies the world over are offering more services in an effort to attract and retain customers. One of the most popular offerings is the triple play, which consists of voice, video, and data from one company, with one bill. Achieving the Triple Play addresses the challenges and benefits of offering converged services and looks at how the new technology is affecting companies and customers.

Comprehensive Reports
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291 pages
10-digit ISBN:   1-931695-46-6
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-46-6

Delivering the Promise of IPTV
A compilation report

IPTV service has rapidly moved from being a dream to a reality. Several companies are now offering IPTV service as part of their service bundle. But how do the rest of the businesses catch up? Delivering the Promise of IPTV offers many perspectives on how various institutions have handled the challenge of integrating the relatively new IPTV technology into their list of services.

"A timely blend of technical depth and business sense from the key industry players."

-David Howard, Principal, Up Periscope

Comprehensive Reports
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400 pages
10-digit ISBN: 1-931695-61-X
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-61-9

Beyond the Quadruple Play: Networking, Convergence, and Customer Delivery
A compilation report
To be released in summer of 2007

Service provider organizations have experienced the high costs and disruptions caused by customer churn, since users usually go with better service deals from competitive providers. Packaging multiple services onto a single customer-friendly bundle has actually led to positive results, including customer loyalty to service packages and a highly reduced churn rate. In addition, networks can deliver more efficient converging services, thus yielding a double win for providers as customer retention is increased and operating costs are better managed. Beyond the Quadruple Play: Networking, Convergence, and Customer Delivery will cover all topics related to strategies and experiences on quad-play service design and delivery.

Comprehensive Reports
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Price $495.00
267 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-52-0
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-52-7

Evolving the Access Networks
A compilation report

To meet demand for new and better services, businesses are switching over to broadband infrastructures at a rapid pace, but how can they accomplish their goal without compromising service today? Evolving the Access Network is an in-depth piece that focuses on how companies can migrate their traditional services with new services on broadband without sacrificing the quality or cohesion of either.

Comprehensive Reports
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Price $495.00
260 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-55-5
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-55-8

Business Models and Drivers for Next Generation IMS Services
A compilation report
To be released in summer of 2007

The IP multimedia subsystem (IMS) is an open, standardized, operator-friendly, next-generation multimedia architecture for mobile and fixed IP services. IMS holds great promise for the industry as it merges the Internet and the cellular world with fixed-line services, using cellular technologies to provide ubiquitous access and Internet technologies to provide appealing new services. This comprehensive report discusses an array of perspectives on IMS and examines both current and new relevant services that the Internet provides to customers worldwide.

Comprehensive Reports
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Price $495.00
510 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-30-X
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-30-X

Broadband Wireless and WIMAX
A compilation report

The proliferation of laptops, cell phones, PDAs, and other wireless devices has led to an overwhelming demand for wireless service—as well as a way for both wireless and fixed services to be integrated. Broadband Wireless and WiMAX delves into the various issues associated with wireless services, including seamless integration, market strategy, integrated service offerings, and more.

"IEC's report on Broadband Wireless and WiMAX is a goldmine of information, which can be used to get a solid foundation on the topic or as a precious reference. What I find especially valuable is that it represents the multiple perspectives of key players among vendors, service providers and analysts."

--Monica Paolini, President, Senza Fili Consulting

Research Reports
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Price $495.00
250 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-60-1
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-60-2

IPTV Multimedia Networks: Concepts, Developments, and Design
Authored by Prof. Mazen Al-Khatib and Prof. Mohammed Alam
To be released in summer of 2007

This research report cogently discusses Internet protocol television (IPTV) and multimedia networks and points out the differences between this novel revolutionary technology and regular cable and satellite television services. It provides in-depth knowledge and design principles needed for the delivery of IPTV, along with relevant examples from more than 25 technological companies. IPTV Multimedia Networks covers the basics of networking technology as well as the state-of-the-art networking architecture and middleware used in modern IPTV delivery.

Research Reports
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Price $495.00
250 pages
10-digit ISBN: 1-931695-56-3
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-56-5

Mobile TV Research Report
Authored by Syed A. Ahson and Borko Furht
To be released in summer of 2007

An IEC Publications edited volume, Mobile TV addresses one of the sought-after trends of our day—TV access from portable electronic devices. Covering all the issues—including which technologies to use, how best to use them, and how to deliver the service with guaranteed quality—Mobile TV is a useful tool not only for those just getting into the mobile TV game, but also for those who have entered the ring but want an inside look at how competitors are faring.

Research Reports
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Price $295.00
249 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-50-4
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-50-3

Smartphones
Authored by Dr. Mohammad Ilyas and Syed A. Ahson

With the increasing popularity of smartphones, cell phone companies are scrambling to offer their own brand, while service providers are just as eager to put out their own middleware. This research report covers these areas of smartphone technology and more, plus offers case studies of those companies that have rolled out their own lines of smartphone technology and how it has affected them.

“Smartphones is a unique and comprehensive report, which covers all aspects of smartphone architectures, operating systems, and applications.  I would definitely recommend this report to strategists, business managers, software developers, consultants, venture capitalists and and entrepreneurs interested in getting involved in the next generation of smartphones.”

- Borko Furht, Senior Assistant Vice President for Engineering & Technology Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Florida Atlantic University

Research Reports
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Price $195.00
158 pages
10-digit ISBN:   1-931695-33-4
13-digit ISBN:  
978-1-931695-33-6

Future Trends in Satellite Communications: Markets and Services
Authored by Joseph N. Pelton Ph.D.

Satellite technology, like many other technologies in the communications industry, is seeing significant growth in many areas. With growth comes opportunities, but to capitalize on those opportunities, companies must overcome the challenges. Future Trends in Satellite Communications guides readers through the ups and downs of satellite technology in an effort to make the problems and trends easier to understand.

"The greatest driving force in satellite systems today is the mega-trend toward network-centric space information systems.  Dr. Pelton’s explanation of how this shift affects both military and commercial systems is highly readable, informative, and very much on target."

- Mary Ann Elliott, President and Founder, Arrowhead Global Solutions

Design Handbooks
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Price $80.00
497 pages
10-digit ISBN:  1-931695-34-2
13-digit ISBN:  
978-1-93169534-3

Design and Test for Multiple Gbps Communication Devices and Systems
Executive Editor Dr. Mike Peng Li

Customers are clamoring for fast devices and even faster service, but how do companies deliver that speed without compromising quality? Design and Test for Multiple Gbps Communications Devices and Systems focuses on the techniques and methods that can mean the difference between a decent product or service and one that reduces churn and places your company at the head of its field.

“I give my highest remark for this book not only because of the importance of the subject and contents presented, but also its unique, start-of-art, latest, in depth, quantitative and thorough treatments for design and test at Gbps rates.”

-William Baldwin, Sr Staff Engineer, Sun Microsystems 

Design Handbooks
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Price $80.00
450 pages
10-digit ISBN:   1-931695-31-8
13-digit ISBN:
978-1-931695-31-8

The Functional Verification of Electronic Systems
Executive Editor Brian Bailey

Verifying a chip’s function during the design process can be a tricky business, but many companies have developed their own verification methods that don’t waste precious design time. In this publication, electronic-design experts discuss their techniques and how they improve the efficiency and timeliness without sacrificing product excellence.

"This book is a comprehensive snapshot of the state of the verification Art. Leading industry experts in verification methodologies and technologies present a pragmatic overview that will be of direct use for anyone verifying advanced system designs."

-Grant Martin, Chief Scientist, Tensilica, Santa Clara

Design Handbooks
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Price $80.00
450 pages
10-digit ISBN: 1-931695-57-1
13-digit ISBN:  
978-1-931695-57-2

Intellectual Property
Executive Editor -----
To be released in summer of 2007

Written by top experts from companies such as Rambus, IBM, Hewlett-Packard, and FreeScale, Intellectual Property addresses the issues that concern anyone in the ICT field looking to keep systems safe and secure without sacrificing quality or ease of use. This publication will cover verification, standards, handoff, and legal issues to create a comprehensive look at one of the most important, yet sometimes underappreciated, topics in the industry today.

• Basics of Telecommunications, 5th edition
• Basics of VOIP
• Basics of 802.11 Wireless LANs

• Basics of Cellular
• Basics of IPTV
• Basics of Satellite, 2nd edition

• Basics of Telecommunications, 5th edition
• Smartphones
• Basics of 802.11 Wireless LANs
• Broadband Wireless and WIMAX

• Basics of Cellular
• Annual Review of Wireless communications
• Basics of Satellite, 2nd edition

• Basics of Telecommunications, 5th edition
• Achieving the Triple Play: Technologies and Business Models for Success
• Delivering the Promise of IPTV

• Evolving the Access Network
• Broadband Wireless and WIMAX
• Annual Review of Broadband Communications
• Annual Review of IP Communications

• Design and Test for Multiple GBPs Communication Devices and Systems

• The Functional Verification of Electronic Systems

Conference Proceeding
CD ROM
Price $195.00

DesignCon 2007
The DesignCon conference proceedings CD–ROM is a ticket to the latest information in the field of chip design and function. Compiling all the sessions and papers from our extremely popular design event onto one CD–ROM, the IEC created the proceedings for those who could not attend, as well as for those who just could not get enough the first time around.

Conference Proceeding
CD ROM
Price $495.00

C5 World Forum
Formerly the 21st Century Communications World Forum, the C5 World Forum covers the latest topics in ICT. Now, even after the show is over, you can still access the information that made the event such a success. The IEC has gathered the sessions and papers—from such companies as Telecom Italia, Siemens, Alcatel-Lucent, and BT—onto one CD-ROM to make revisiting the dynamic forum as simple as switching on your computer.

Conference Proceeding
CD ROM
Price $495.00

IEC Communications Forums presented at NXTComm
The IEC Communications Forums, presented at NXTCOMM, offers an insightful and comprehensive educational program covering the changing communications environment. Focusing on IP infrastructure, this three-day program will present many applications, including wireless and wire line for service providers and enterprise users.  The presentations will be included on one CD-ROM.

Conference Proceeding
CD ROM
Price $495.00

Broadband World Forum Asia
Captured on the world’s biggest continent, the Broadband World Forum Asia conference proceedings feature the entire catalog of panels, keynote addresses, and other sessions in which the biggest and brightest in the ICT world share their insights with a global audience. Participants in these sessions hail from such organizations as Accenture, PCCW, and the government of Hong Kong.

Conference Proceeding
CD ROM
Price $495.00

Broadband World Forum Americas
From the IEC comes a new venture into the global market. The popular Broadband World Forum has expanded into the Americas with its inaugural show in Vancouver, British Columbia. This show’s conference proceedings features speakers from all over North and South America sharing their most relevant technological findings with the audience. Materials come from such noted companies as Microsoft, Verizon, and Sonus.

Conference Proceeding
CD ROM
Price $495.00

Broadband World Forum Europe
The IEC’s most well-attended and popular event, the Broadband World Forum Europe showcases the newest advances and technologies in the industry. And now you can access all the information shared at that conference through one CD–ROM. Included in the CD–ROM are keynote addresses from members of companies such as Alcatel, France Telecom, and Siemens, along with sessions on the latest in the ever-growing realm of ICT.