Towards the Wireless Information Society, v. 2 - Heterogeneous Mobile, Satellite and Broadcast Networks (Hardcover, New)

The development of new mobile multimedia services is certain to create new issues for future mobile communication systems. This second volume on the latest research and developments in the field offers a survey of the management and network optimization methods that will help you overcome the challenges that lie ahead. Like its companion volumes, research results from the Information Society Technologies (IST) program has been gathered to give you details in the most critical areas. The key topics include the management of heterogeneous and hybrid networks, advanced resource management techniques, cutting-edge radio technologies, advances in the development of satellite systems as part of a global integrated communication system, research on interactive broadcasting, and end-to-end solutions for delivery of services and guaranteed QoS. The DVD included contains further details on critical topics related to the research discussed in the book.