The Satellite Communication Applications Handbook

Elbert (formerly with Hughes Electronics) overviews the technical and business fundamentals of the satellite communication industry, the application of simplex links to multiple users, duplex links that deliver two-way interactive services, and regulatory and business affairs that drive investment and financial performance. A technical background is recommended, but not required. The second edition adds a chapter on digital audio radio service and a section on voice over IP. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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A review of the applications that have driven the tremendous growth in the satellite communication industry in the past decade. It is organized into four parts that deal with the most fundamental areas of concern to application developers and users: the technical and business fundamentals, the application of simplex links to multiple users, duplex links that deliver two-way interactive services, and regulatory and business affairs that drive investment and financial performance. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

Bruce Elbert is vice president of applications systems development, Hughes Space and Communications, California. He earned his M.S.E.E. in communications and computer science from the University of Maryland and his M.B.A. from Pepperdine University. Mr. Elbert is the author of several best-selling titles including Introduction to Satellite Communication (1987), Private Telecommunication Networks (1989), International Telecommunication Management (1990), Networking Strategies for Information Technology (1992), and Client-Server Computing (1994), all published by Artech House.