The development of new mobile multimedia services is certain to create new
issues for future mobile communication systems. This second volume on the latest
research and developments in the field offers a survey of the management and
network optimization methods that will help you overcome the challenges that lie
ahead. Like its companion volumes, research results from the Information Society
Technologies (IST) program has been gathered to give you details in the most
critical areas. Key topics include the management of heterogeneous and hybrid
networks, advanced resource management techniques, cutting-edge radio
technologies, advances in the development of satellite systems as part of a
global integrated communication system, research