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First published 2005

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Goldsmith, Andrea
Wireless communications / Andrea Goldsmith.
p. cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN-13: 978-0-521-83716-3
1. Wireless communication systems. I. Title.
TK5103.2.G65 2005
621.382 dc22 2005047075

ISBN-10 0-521-83716-2 hardback

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Dedication

To Arturo, Daniel, and Nicole

The possession of knowledge does not kill the sense of wonder and mystery.
Ana s Nin

Wirelesss technology is a truly revolutionary paradigm shift, enabling multimedia communications between people and devices from any location. It also underpins exciting applications such as sensor networks, smart homes, telemedicine, and automated highways. This book provides a comprehensive introduction to the underlying theory, design techniques, and analytical tools of wireless communications, focusing primarily on the core...