In the not too distant future internet access will be dominated by wireless networks. With that wireless edge using optical core next-generation networks will become as ubiquitous as traditional telephone networks. This means that telecom engineers chip designers and engineering students must prepare to meet the challenges and opportunities that the development and deployment of these technologies will bring. Bringing together cutting-edge coverage of wireless and optical networks in a single volume Internet Networks Wired Wireless and Optical Technologies provides a concise yet complete introduction to these dynamic technologies. Filled with case studies illustrations and practical examples from industry the text explains how wireless wireline and optical networks work together. It also: Covers WLAN WPAN wireless access 3G/4G cellular RF transmission Details optical networks involving long-haul and metropolitan networks optical fiber photonic devices and VLSI chips Provides clear instruction on the application of wireless and optical networks Taking into account recent advances in storage processing sensors displays statistical data analyses and autonomic systems this reference provides forward thinking engineers and students with a realistic vision of how the continued evolution of the technologies that touch wireless communication will soon reshape markets and business models around the world. . Language: English