The Chinese road to high technology : a study of telecommunications switching technology in the economic transition

This text provides a detailed insight into China's endeavours to acquire the advanced technical competencies which lie at the heart of modern telecommunications. Detailed first hand material is presented in two contrasting case studies in the field of public digital switching systems. The book explores the deep problems that beset the former socialist system, how these are changing in the face of China's economic transition and its distinctive technological policy of "walking on two legs". A guide to China, this book also offers insights into the issues facing other developing countries. It should be of interest to lecturers and researchers, particularly in the areas of Chinese studies, development studies, technological innovation and telecommunications, and individuals in relevant high technology industries and in government and international agencies concerned with technological development. A Major Contribution To The Understanding Of The Complexities Inherent In The Growth Processes Of Developing Countries, This Book Provides Detailed Insights Into China's Endeavours To Acquire The Advanced Technology That Lies At The Heart Of Modern Telecommunications. Distinctively Detailed First-hand Material Is Presented In Two Contrasting Case Studies In The Field Of Public Digital Switching Systems, Enabling Both An Informed Perspective Of This Particular Field As Well As An Increased Understanding Of Chinese Society As A Whole.--jacket. Foreword / Geoffrey Oldham -- Pt. I. Introduction -- 1. The Scope And Context Of The Study -- 2. Frameworks For Understanding -- Pt. Ii. The Case Studies -- 3. System-12: Wholesale Technology Transfer -- 4. Hjd-04: The Chinese-developed System -- Pt. Iii. Comparison And Analysis -- 5. Acquisition Of Advanced Technological Capabilities -- 6. China's Changing Socio-economic Context -- 7. Conclusions And Wider Implications For Developing Countries. Xiaobai Shen. Includes Bibliographical References (p. 207-217) And Index. This book provides a detailed insight into China's endeavours to acquire the advanced technical competencies which lie at the heart of modern telecommunications. Distinctively detailed first hand material is presented in two contrasting case studies in the field of public digital switching systems. The book explores the deep problems that beset the former socialist system, how these are changing in the face of China's economic transition and its distinctive technological policy of'walking on two legs'. An invaluable guide to China, The Chinese Road to High Technology also offers important insights into the issues facing other developing countries. This book provides a detailed insight into China's endeavours to acquire the advanced technical competencies which lie at the heart of modern telecommunications. Distinctively detailed first hand material is presented in two contrasting case studies in the field of public digital switching systems. The book explores the deep problems that beset the former socialist system, how these are changing in the face of China's economic transition and its distinctive technological policy of 'walking on two legs'. An invaluable guide to China, The Chinese Road to High Technology also offers important insights into the issues facing other developing countries