Advanced Wireless Networks gives readers a comprehensive integral presentation of the main issues in 4G wireless networks, showing a wide scope and inter-relationships between the various network elements. Covers mobile, WLAN, sensor, ad hoc, bio-inspired and cognitive networks as well as discussing cross-layer optimization, adaptation and reconfigurability Includes hot topics such as network, mobility management and hand-offs, adaptive resource management, QoS, and solutions to achieve energy-efficient wireless network security issues Discussing, an important element of working with wireless networks Supports advanced university and training courses in the field and includes a long list of references Provides comprehensive coverage of the wireless network status and their future, this book is an important source of information for those involved in research and development of mobile communications, as well as industry players using and selling this technology.