Publisher's Synopsis
The complete telecom briefing for entrepreneurs and managers*The complete telecom guide for nontechnical entrepreneurs and managers*Networks, equipment, and services from the basics to the cutting edge!*Choosing the right high-speed Internet services: xDSL, cable, satellite, and beyondToday's telecommunications networks offer small businesses powerful new ways to extend their reach and maximize their profits. Now, there's a book that cuts through the jargon, helping nontechnical managers and entrepreneurs to make more intelligent, profitable decisions. Telecommunications Technologies for Small Business gives you a rock-solid foundation in telecommunications for evaluating and managing any voice, data, and Internet technology--not just today, but for years to come.;Frank Panzarino covers all this, and more: *How telecommunications works: the basics, from the ground up*The benefits and limitations of the traditional telephone network*Next-generation networks for the small business and home office*Comparing high-speed Internet access alternatives: xDSL, cable modems, and satellite*Telecommunications for audio and video: next-generation multimedia and beyond*The role of regulation in today's telecommunications marketplace*What's on the horizon--and how to plan for it Frank Panzarino illuminates telecommunications with practical examples, extensive visuals, and expert insight--and without math, jargon, or complexity. You don't need a technical background to master telecommunications: all you need is Telecommunications Technologies for Small Business.
