Networking ExplainedNetworking Explained is aimed at computer professionals who have an interest in furthering their knowledge of the fundamental principles of networks and networking. It employs an easy to follow question and answer format. The questions are representative of those asked by people who are already in the computing field and are categorized hierarchically by subject so that busy readers who seek answers to specific questions in the heat of combat can find them easily. The answers are intended to give the reader a broad foundation in networking concepts. Accordingly, this text is useful to computer professionals who are interested in either enhancing their capabilities in networking, or are considering changing their professions to the field of networking. The text can also be used as a supplemental source for those who have a working knowledge of computing but lack an understanding of the fundamental concepts and theoretical underpinnings of networks. Finally, the text can be used as a basic instructional book for undergraduate or graduate networking students. Illustrations, tables, and special sidebars are included to help develop further understanding. Question and answer format Informative sidebars and illustrations Easy-to-read and follow |
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Interoperability | 7 |
Serial vs Parallel Communications | 14 |
NETWORK TOPOLOGIES ARCHITECTURES AND THE OSI MODEL | 23 |
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algorithm analog AO/DI application Area Network backbone bandwidth bits bridges bytes called channel Chapter circuit collision configuration connection connectors Data Communications data frame data link layer data rate data transmission defined destination address destination node device dialup DLCI encryption end nodes error Ethernet switches example Fast Ethernet FDDI FDDI network fiber fiber-optic cable Figure firewall frame relay full-duplex Gigabit Ethernet hardware header host IEEE implemented installed interconnected Internet Interoperability IP address IPv4 IPv6 ISDN kbps Mbps Mbps Ethernet modem multiplexing network protocol network security OSI model OSPF packet path physical layer port provides PVCs receiving node requires router satellite segment server signal SMDS specific speed standard sublayer subnet TCP/IP telco telephone tion token ring token ring networks topology traffic transceiver transmit data vendors virtual voice wire