Handbook of Fiber Optic Data Communication

An indispensable reference for the fast-paced communications professional, this book is the first to provide a comprehensive overview of the field of data communication using fiber optics and optoelectronics. Handbook of Fiber Optic Data Communication includes a complete list of reference material, including how to order all the industry standards interpreted in the book and where to go to earn your professional certification in fiber optic technology. The textalso provides a complete list of Internet and World Wide Web sites for quick and easy information. Written by experts from industry, academia, and government laboratories with a practical, hands-on approach to the material, Handbook of Fiber Optic Data Communication places hard-to-find references at your fingertips and interprets confusing standards for you.

Key Features
* The only handbook to provide a comprehensive reference for fiber optic data communications
* Covers all aspects of the field, from fundamental technologies to communication link design, industry standards, manufacturing, marketing, and projections of emerging technologies for future applications
* An enduring classic that every data communications professional must have on his or her shelf
* The first comprehensive treatment of VOSEL laser technology and manufacturing
* Includes a complete listing of data communications reference sites on the World Wide Web
* Includes hard-to-find references to international, homologation, and type approval requirements, plus how to order all the major standards for fiber optic testing and datacom protocols

This book is an important reference source for today's communications professionals. The book offers an overview of data communication using both fiber optics and optoelectronics. Among other highly useful information given by the authors, its five major parts address such issues as:
. an introduction to basic technology used in
optical transmitters, receivers, and optical
cable;
. a guide to planning, installing, and testing
fiber optic links;
. a review of all the major industry standards
and protocols (ESCON/SBCON,ATM/SONET,ANSI
Fibre Channel Standard, FDDI for the LAN,
Gigabit Ethernet, and more);
. a guide to manufacturing and marketing
optoelectronic devices;
. a forecast of advanced technologies and
emerging markets for the next five to ten
years.

In addition, the book offers guidance regarding all the industry standards, gives a complete list of sites on the Internet and World Wide Web for more data online, and interprets professional opportunities in fiber optics.