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Handbook of Communications Systems Management, 1999 Edition
Handbook of Communications Systems Management 1999 Edition Author:Gilbert Held This handbook provides proven advice and methods on managing network services and costs, creating networking solutions and preparing for advanced communications network technologies. It presents the full range of perspectives and explanations on the technical, planning, administrative, personnel and budget challenges of the communication manager... more »'s job and offers an effective communications recovery plan. The text shows how frame relay can provide users with immediate economic benefits and a migration path to high-performance routing and networking. It also discusses managing co-existing SNA and LAN Internet works, improving traffic flow in ATM networks, and choosing a remote access strategy. Other topics covered by the book include: how to evaluate network access and pricing options; how to develop an effective network cost allocation system; how to compare high-speed services for LAN interconnection; hiring IS employees; maximizing voice recognition interfaces for multimedia applications; mobilizing users with wireless communications for voice and data; effectively managing a multivendor systems environment; using IPv6, the new Internet protocol; and establishing a coporate intranet.« less