Protocols & Standards - Computer Networks, Protocols & Standards - Internet, General & Miscellaneous Computing, Science - General & Miscellaneous, General & Miscellaneous Networking & Telecommunications
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Overview
This groundbreaking reference book offers practical strategies for developing large-scale networks using TCP/IP protocols-the technology upon which the massive Internet is built. It includes in-depth discussions of basic issues such as network administration and management, as well as more complex concepts such as hybrid bridge/router internetworks and incorporating SNA networks. Throughout the book, emphasis is placed on designing for high performance, resilience, and security. Tutorials are included on diskettes.This is the first book devoted to designing large-scale internetworks based on the TCP/IP protocols. Coverage includes overviews of the technology and protocols; designing networks for performance or resiliency; building hybrid bridge/router internetworks; and incorporating IBM's SNA networks. A bonus disk provides animated demonstrations of key points using Microsoft PowerPoint.
Editorials
Booknews
Bennett begins with the basics of network design, goes on to a practical overview of the Internet, TCP/IP, and the OSI network model, then builds on this foundation to detail the many factors that can affect internetwork performance and reliability. He also delves into the details of network management, network security, and network resilience. The two accompanying disks provide tutorials in Microsoft PowerPoint format. The PowerPoint viewer makes it easy for PC users to apply the tutorials. Mac users require access to Microsoft PowerPoint 3.0 or higher in order to fully utilize the package. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
August 1, 1995
Publisher
Van Nostrand Reinhold
Pages
601
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780442018801