Telecom & Datacom Systems, Network Design, Telecommunications Technology, General & Miscellaneous Networking & Telecommunications
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Overview
This text is designed for introductory courses in communications in either electrical engineering or computer science programs. It can be used by undergraduate or first year graduate level programs.Addressing networks from a top-down approach, this text shows students the big picture of networks in general so that they may see how the various parts of the network fit in to the picture. The book is organized into six sections that progressively consider the networking functions in greater level of detail. The book presents a balanced view of all important elements of networking and is organized so that all relevant topics can be covered at some minimum level of detail.Editorials
Booknews
This text for introductory courses in communication networks addresses networks from a top-down approach. The book presents an overview of communications networks and the fundamental concepts of the field, as well as advanced topics and detailed network architectures. Individual chapters discuss issues like layered architectures, digital transmission fundamentals, transmission systems, packet-switching networks, ATM networks, and security protocols. Appendixes also include network performance models and an introduction to network management. Leon-Garcia teaches at the University of Toronto. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)Book Details
Published
May 31, 2001
Publisher
McGraw-Hill Inc.,US
Pages
768
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780072503531