Design of Modern Communication Networks

Christofer Larsson

ISBN 10: 0124072380 / ISBN 13: 9780124072381

Published by Elsevier Science Apr 2014, 2014

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This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Design of Modern Communication Networks focuses on methods and algorithms related to the design of communication networks, using optimization, graph theory, probability theory and simulation techniques. The book discusses the nature and complexity of the network design process, then introduces theoretical concepts, problems and solutions. It demonstrates the design of network topology and traditional loss networks, followed by uncontrolled packet networks, flow-controlled networks, and multiservice networks. Access network design is reviewed, and the book concludes by considering the design of survivable (reliable) networks and various reliability concepts. A toolbox of algorithms: The book provides practical advice on implementing algorithms, including the programming aspects of combinatorial algorithms. Extensive solved problems and illustrations: Wherever possible, different solution methods are applied to the same examples to compare performance and verify precision and applicability. Technology-independent: Solutions are applicable to a wide range of network design problems without relying on particular technologies. 456 pp. Englisch.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Design of Modern Communication Networks
• Publisher: Elsevier Science Apr 2014
• Publication Date: 2014
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0124072380
• ISBN 13: 9780124072381
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 241W x 197H x 30D millimeters 241 millimeters width by 197 millimeters height by 30 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1097 grams

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Synopsis

Design of Modern Communication Networks focuses on methods and algorithms related to the design of communication networks, using optimization, graph theory, probability theory and simulation techniques. The book discusses the nature and complexity of the network design process, then introduces theoretical concepts, problems and solutions. It demonstrates the design of network topology and traditional loss networks, followed by uncontrolled packet networks, flow-controlled networks, and multiservice networks. Access network design is reviewed, and the book concludes by considering the design of survivable (reliable) networks and various reliability concepts.

• A toolbox of algorithms: The book provides practical advice on implementing algorithms, including the programming aspects of combinatorial algorithms.
• Extensive solved problems and illustrations: Wherever possible, different solution methods are applied to the same examples to compare performance and verify precision and applicability.
• Technology-independent: Solutions are applicable to a wide range of network design problems without relying on particular technologies.

About the Author

Christofer Larsson, an Engineering Physics graduate of the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden, is a consultant in network design and optimization, and a textbook author. Taking a strong interest in engineering mathematics, Christofer has during three decades in IT and telecommunications participated in the design and implementation of several successful innovative network solutions. Christofer has held positions as system designer, software architect, tester, trainer, technical writer, and manager. After a decade with Ericsson, he has been a consulting partner with system vendors, network operators and software providers, including Ericsson, NSN, Siemens, Deutsche Telekom, Vodafone-Hutchinson, and Orange