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1 Introduction to Languages and Notations

This chapter begins with a brief introduction to SDL; the language, its history, its main concepts and application areas.

Next follows an introduction to the MSC language (including High level MSC), the Object Model notation and State Chart notation, and the ASN.1 notation.

For the sake of completeness, we have included a brief introduction to the TTCN notation. More information can be found in Introduction to Languages and Notations.

After reading this chapter, you may want to deepen your -knowledge of SDL. In Object Oriented Design Using SDL, you will find information about how to take advantage of the SDL-92 language in an SDL Suite environment.

Also, a list of recommended literature dealing with various language topics is enclosed at the end of this chapter; see References.


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