Embedded Technology Series: Networking and Internetworking with Microcontrollers

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Sophisticated networking and communications capabilities, once exclusive to mainframes and PCs, are now essential for smaller embedded microcontrollers. However, the relevant documentation and design information is often scattered and hard to locate. In this practical guide, embedded designer Fred Eady consolidates the necessary design background and details, demonstrating how to leverage affordable microcontrollers for robust communications and networking applications like local area networks and embedded internet. Through working code examples and schematics, Eady introduces the basics using two popular microcontroller families, PIC and Atmel. The book includes detailed design examples covering topics such as RS-232 firmware and hardware, microcontroller USARTs, the I2C bus, Ethernet implementation, embedded internet, and wireless links. Sample source code is provided and thoroughly explained for each application. The accompanying CD-ROM features the example code and a searchable ebook version of the text, facilitating quick comprehension. This indispensable reference compiles hard-to-find design information and offers step-by-step guidance for creating powerful networking applications, including fully functional microcontroller hardware and firmware examples.