TY - BOOK AU - Stallings,William AU - Beard,Cory TI - Wireless communication networks and systems SN - 9780133594171 (pbk) U1 - 621.3981 PY - 2016/// CY - Boston PB - Pearson KW - Wireless communication systems KW - Wireless LANs N1 - Includes bibliographical references (pages 569-576) and index N2 - "A Comprehensive Overview of Wireless Communications: Wireless Communication Networks and Systemscovers all types of wireless communications, from satellite and cellular to local and personal area networks. Organized into four easily comprehensible, reader-friendly parts, it presents a clear and comprehensive overview of the field of wireless communications. For those who are new to the topic, the book explains basic principles and fundamental topics concerning the technology and architecture of the field. Numerous figures and tables help clarify discussions, and each chapter includes a list of keywords, review questions, homework problems, and suggestions for further reading. The book includes an extensive online glossary, a list of frequently used acronyms, and a reference list. A diverse set of projects and other student exercises enables instructors to use the book as a component in a varied learning experience, tailoring courses to meet their specific needs"--Publisher's website ER -