Eberspächer, J.;
Vögel, H.-J.:
GSM - Switching, Services and Protocols

Chichester: J. Wiley & Sons, 1998.
ISBN 0-471-98278-4

GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) is currently used in more than 100 countries worldwide for mobile telephony and its application is steadily increasing in different areas.

This book has an instructive emphasis, focusing on the fundamentals of the mobile radio systems, covering the standards and protocols extensively. All concepts of up-to-date second generation mobile communication networks are included, from GSM radio transmission through international roaming to mobile data services and network management. An outlook on GSM phase 2+ services and developments are also included.

The authors offer a thoroughly introductive text which would suit a wide spectrum of readers, especially for telecommunication engineers, researchers and developers. It is also suitable as a text book for senior undergraduates and postgraduates in this subject area.



Some remarkable features of this book:
  • an excellent introduction into this new area of telecommunications;
  • a comprehensive overview of this subject, including GSM phase 2;
  • graphic examples and detailed illustrations;
  • well written, detailed insight in the area of GSM cellular radio.
Contact: Prof. Jörg Eberspächer, joerg.eberspaecher@ei.tum.de
Hans-Jörg Vögel, hans-joerg.voegel@ei.tum.de

There also is a german version of this book.