A complete, practical guide to the world's most popular signaling system, including SIGTRAN, GSM-MAP, and Intelligent Networks.Provides in-depth coverage of the SS7 protocols, including implementation detailsCovers SS7 over IP (SIGTRAN) using real-world examplesCovers SS7/C7 from both a North American and European perspective, providing a broad international understanding of the technology and associated standardsExplains mobile wireless concepts and signaling, including mobile application part (MAP)Provides a thorough explanation of the Intelligent Network (IN) and associated protocols (INAP/AIN)Signaling System No. 7 (SS7) is a signaling network and protocol that is used globally to bring telecommunications networks, both fixed-line and cellular, t...