A handbook on the measurements and testing tools required in all phases of the life cycle of a communications network. The editors combine the work of 26 contributors to look at topics such as digital and analog performance testing, PDH networks, testing to verify T1 or CEPT-E1 circuits, ISDN architecture and operation, deployment of ATM-based services, synchronous byte-interleaved multiplexing, cellular measurement strategies, fiber optic network elements, network test instrumentation, and LAN management and performance monitoring. The book also includes background information on the technologies and applications of communications networks so that the information on testing and measurement is properly contextualized. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
As digital communications networks grow in use and size throughout the world, the need for accurate, reliable test and measurement procedures has increased tremendously. This unique handbook provides the only comprehensive coverage of all the methodologies, data, and reference material necessary to master network instrumentation. In this single encyclopedic resource, engineers will discover how to apply all the test, measurement, and monitoring tools critical to network performance. The success of this richly illustrated handbook is further assured by its authorship--Clyde Coombs is the preeminent editor of electronics handbooks, with a 30 year track record of best sellers.
