Chapter 6

• Define modulation and its four basic versions

• Define the different types of multiplexing techniques, their benefits, and hardware requirements

• Discuss the fundamental types of switching used in voice and data communications

• Identify the differences between local and tandem switching

• Identify modern signaling techniques used to route calls to their destination

ATT monopoly effect

What effect did the ATT monopoly have on the telecommunications industry?

Thursday Sept 6, 2007 Assignment

Using Chapter 3 from the textbook answer the following questions: (Make sure when commenting to this post to use the "Other" selection and leave your real name.) This assignment will take the place of End Of Chapter 3 questions. If you have already done Chapter 3 questions then you will receive Extra Credit for them.

• Describe the growth of the telecommunications technology since the late 19th century
• Identify key inventions and their current equivalents in telephony technology
• Explain the impetus for and impact of AT&T’s divestiture
• Discuss how government has influenced the way in which consumers obtain telecommunications services
• List current policy trends that affect the telecommunications industry