Simon Saunders & Stuart Carlaw 
Femtocells [PDF ebook] 
Opportunities and Challenges for Business and Technology

Femtocells are low-power wireless access points used in the home
and office. They operate in licensed spectrum to connect standard
mobile phones (WCDMA, LTE, Wi MAX, CDMA and GSM) and other mobile
devices to a mobile operator’s network via standard broadband
internet connections. This technology is of high interest for
mobile operators and for millions of users who will benefit from
enhanced access to mobile broadband services. Femtocells
outlines how wireless access points can be used by mobile operators
to provide high-speed wireless access, enhancing coverage and
capacity and delivering entirely new services, while maximising the
benefits of licensed spectrum. The book examines the market,
exploring commercial and technical factors which are critical in
the initial deployment and long-term success of femtocells.
Business, standards and regulatory aspects are also considered to
provide a complete but concise overview.
* One of the first authoritative texts to concentrate on
femtocells
* Written by expert authors from industry including leading
analysts, femtocell and system vendors
* Covers both technology and business aspects in detail
* Provides overview of the relevant standards across WCDMA, LTE,
CDMA, Wi MAX and GSM air interfaces