Here is a thorough, not-too-complex introduction to the technical foundations for multimedia applications across the Internet: communications (principles, technologies and networking); compressive encoding of digital media; and Internet protocol and services. The book is well-suited to non-specialists with some technical background.

This text offers a thorough, not-overly-complex introduction to the three technical foundations for multimedia applications across the Internet: communications (principles, technologies and networking); compressive encoding of digital media; and Internet protocol and services. All the contributing systems elements are explained through descriptive text and numerous illustrative figures; the result is a book well-suited toward non-specialists, preferably with technical background, who need well-composed tutorial introductions to the three foundation areas. The text discusses the latest advances in digital audio and video encoding, optical and wireless communications technologies, high-speed access networks, and IP-based media streaming, all crucial enablers of the multimedia Internet.

The text answers the question: "What are the important technical concepts for the delivery of audio/visual and other media through the Internet?" An excellent overview for non-specialists with a technical background working in communications, coding, Internet protocols and services, and in industries relying on electronic media In greater part also accessible to non-technical readers Provides a plethora of clear, succinct explanations and illustrations

Inhalt

A Background for Networked Digital Media.- Digital Coding of Audio and Video.- Communication Networks and Technologies.- Internet Protocols, Services and Software.- Media Protocols and Applications.