Next generation wireless applications : creating mobile applications in a Web 2.0 and Mobile 2.0 world

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Title:

Next generation wireless applications : creating mobile applications in a Web 2.0 and Mobile 2.0 world

Author:

Golding, Paul, 1968-

ISBN:

9780470725061

Personal Author:

Golding, Paul, 1968-

Edition:

2nd ed.

Publication Information:

Chichester, England ; Hoboken, NJ : J. Wiley & Sons, c2008.

Physical Description:

xxvi, 599 p. : ill., maps ; 26 cm.

General Note:

Includes index.

Contents:

1. Prelude - The Next Generation Experience -- 2. Introduction -- 3. Becoming an Operator 2.0 -- 4. Introduction to Mobile Service Architectures and Paradigms -- 5. P-Centric Mobile Ecosystem and Web 2.0 -- 6. Client-Server Platforms for Mobile Services -- 7. HTTP, WAP, AJAX, P2P and IM Protocols -- 8. J2EE Presentation Layer -- 9. Using J2EE for Mobile Services -- 10. Mobile Devices -- 11. Mobile Application Paradigms -- 12. The RF Network -- 13. Mobile Location Services -- 14. Mobile 2.0 and IMS -- 15. Mobilising Media and TV.

Abstract:

"This new edition builds on the success of its predecessor, providing comprehensively expanded content. It is a holistic guide to mobile application development, assessing the applicability of new mobile applications. The author explains why the various technologies are needed and will guide the reader to a deeper understanding of their significance and benefits. This book also: Provides unique coverage of the state-of-the-art software development technologies appropriate in a wireless context; Brings together software development expertise with an understanding of wireless issues; Demonstrates how technologies fit together and may be used together to enhance functionality; Describes both strengths and weaknesses of particular technologies, short-cuts and potential pit-falls." -- Publisher description.

Subject Term:

Wireless communication systems.

Mobile communication systems.

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Summary

"Cuts through the hype! Golding's compelling offers visionary, but practical insights. A "must have" reference treatment for all practitioners in the mobile innovation space."
-- Jag Minhas , Telefónica O2 Europe

Second edition of this best-selling guide to Wireless Applications: fully revised, updated and with brand new material!

In Next Generation Wireless Applications, Second Edition, the author establishes a picture of the entire mobile application ecosystem, and explains how it all fits together.

This edition builds upon the successes of the first edition by offering an up-to-date holistic guide to mobile application development, including an assessment of the applicability of new mobile applications, and an exploration into the developments in a number of areas such as Web 2.0, 3G, Mobile TV, J2ME (Java 2 Micro Edition) and many more.

Key features of this second edition include:

New introductory chapters on trends in mobile application, and on becoming an Operator. Two new chapters on Mobile 2.0 and IMS and Mobilizing Media and TV. Extra material on convergence, Web 2.0, AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript and XML), HSDPA (High Speed Downlink Packet Access) and MBMS (Multimedia Broadcast Multicast Service), WiMAX (Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access) and WiFi. Best practice on how to present to, sell to and work with operators. More insights, anecdotes and sidebars reflecting the author's extensive experience in the industry.

Next Generation Wireless Applications will prove essential reading for professionals in mobile operator and mobile application developing companies, web developers, and developer community managers. Media companies, general managers, business analysts, students, business consultants, and Java developers will also find this book captivating.

"If you want to understand the future of mobile applications and services, their potential impact and the growth opportunities this is the perfect starting point."
-- Martin Smith , Head of Content Innovation & Applications, T-Mobile