Applied Data Communications: A Business-Oriented Approach

This undergraduate text in data communications approaches problem solving with a practical, business perspective. With case studies and process modeling, the author introduces data/voice communication concepts, issues and technologies. He then focuses on three major networking areas: LANs, enterprise networking and network administration. In a top down approach, he first introduces concepts and then details hardware, architectures, operating systems, technologies and applications. Chapters include 'Managerial Perspective' sections that use a "bottom-line" approach to network analysis and design. This is especially valid within the context of network administration and the network development live cycle. The associated Web site contains additional information, references and links. An instructor's resource guide is also available.

LEARN HOW TO DO DATA COMMUNICATIONS!

Updated to reflect the latest developments in the field, Goldman & Rawles's business-oriented approach shows you how to do modern data communications design, rather than just reading about it. The text guides you through the analysis, design, implementation, and management of local area networks, internetworks, wide area networks, and voice communications. You'll learn how to apply data communications and networking technologies to solve real business problems and exploit business opportunities.

Key Features

• Updated content that reflects the latest theory and technology.

• A business-first, problem-solving approach that starts with the overall business problem, and shows how technology can solve the problem.

• Process-oriented thinking models, including the top-down model, input-processing-output model, OSI model, and the client0-server architecture model.

• A careful balance of business and technology information, including both hands-on technical information and plenty of real-world business examples.

Phillip T. Rawles, Principal Author

Phillip T. Rawles is an associate professor of Computer Information Systems and Technology for Telecommunications and Networking in the Nationally prominent Department of computer technology at Purdue University. Professor Rawles has won various student- and faculty-selected teaching awards for his performance in the classroom and for his work in developing and delivering courses in local area networking, systems administration, enterprise network management, and enterprise network design.

Professor Rawles is also the author  of Local Area Networks: A Business-Oriented Approach; 2nd ed. (2002) and Client/Server Information Systems: A Business-Oriented Approach. Professor Rawles has active research and consulting practices.

James E. Goldman

James E. Goldman is professor of Computer Information Systems and Associate Department Head for Telecommunications and Networking in the Nationally Prominent Department of Computer Technology at Purdue University. An award-winning teacher, in 1999  Professor Goldman was named as a University Faulty Scholar at Purdue.

Professor Goldman is also the author of Local Area Networks: A Business-Oriented Approach; 2nd ed. (2000) and Client/Server Information Systems: A Business-Oriented Approach. Professor Goldman maintains an active consulting practice.