Offers an overview of satellite technology, applications, and management. This book covers the fundamentals of satellites, ground control systems, and earth stations. It provides an understanding of the basic construction and usage of commercial satellite networks - how parts of a satellite system function, and how various components interact.

This second edition covers all the latest advances in satellite technology and applications and features new chapters on mobile digital audio radio and VSAT networks. It updates and expands upon the engineering and management topics addressed in the first edition.

A comprehensive overview of satellite technology and usage for commercial purposes. This edition offers expanded coverage of all the relevant elements of the satellite, ground control system, and earth stations.

Satellite communication engineers and business managers need to have a good understanding of the design and operating principles of earth stations and ground control facilities. This volume explores the delivery end of the satellite link and its relationship to the delivery of services.

Addresses the whys and hows of realizing business objectives through information technology (IT). The reader will find a plan of action for designing a technical and organizational structure that promotes the stategic goals of his company or department.