This book provides a comprehensive guide to wireless technology, exploring key trends and topics such as technology and architecture, network types, design approaches, and the latest applications. Addresses industry trends and technological advances such as the explosive growth of mobile telephones, satellite services, and the wireless Internet. Includes comprehensive coverage of Wi-Fi and WiMax protocols. Provides a guide to specific wireless standards, reflecting their importance in defining both available products and the direction of future research. Examines the various types of wireless networks, such as satellite, cellular, fixed wireless access, and wireless LANs, including IEEE 802.11 and Bluetooth. For professionals involved in the design, development, or marketing of data communications and networking products.