Wireless web : a manager's guide

"Wireless Web brings the big picture of wireless technology into sharp focus for today's business and technical managers. In plain language, the book details how the growth in wireless services affects every corner of the business environment for customers, suppliers, and today's increasingly mobile workforce." "Moving beyond the buzzwords, this book illustrates the exciting new opportunities that "anyplace, anytime" connectivity brings. The book begins with an overview of the wireless web and its advantages, followed by an introduction to the devices, technologies, and emerging standards that are changing the scope of wireless communication. The final section highlights security, which is fundamental to the economic viability of the wireless web." "Complete with detailed illustrations and a glossary of wireless terminology, Wireless Web documents how "no wires" technology is ushering in a world of exciting new possibilities."--Jacket.