Publisher's Synopsis
With the increasing convergence of computing, communications and other aspects of information technology, the growing importance of state-of-the-art telecommunications is obvious. Integrated techniques, networking and digitization are shaping modern telecommunications in important ways. Digital communications is expected to have an explosive impact. This publication outlines the main features of digital communications and indicates advantages and disadvantages.;The author describes how the newly emerging digital facilities can be best explored, and highlights considerations that are crucial to any successful digital migration strategy.