Table of Contents

1. Introduction; Part I. Models; 2. Signals and systems; 3. Random signals and noise; Part II. Processes; 4. Pulses; 5. Line coding; 6. Channel coding; Part III. The Public Switched Telephone Network; 7. Analogue and digital sources; 8. The digital hierarchy; 9. An optical fibre link; Appendices; Answers to exercises; Index.

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This textbook will provide both undergraduates and practising engineers with an up-to-date and thorough grounding in the concepts of modern digital transmission.

Reviews

"Their material is easy to read with an abundance of illustrations and figures to exemplify the underlying concepts presented. An extensive index allows for easy location of desired information. With the coming emphasis on telecommunications, this book will be an excellent acquisition for general and professional libraries." J.Y. Cheung, Choice "...written in readily understandable language...organized in a sensible manner...admirably fulfills the authors' objective." George F. Abbott, American Scientist