An Introduction To Computer Networking For Engineering And Technology; Author: Mansfield, Kenneth C.; Joint Author: Antonakos, James L.; Hardback; CD-ROM

Author: Mansfield, Kenneth C.; Joint Author: Antonakos, James L.
Hardback; CD-ROM
448 pages
Published: February 2002
Pearson Higher Education
ISBN: 013079693X
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An Introduction to Computer Networking explains the mystery behind computer networks. It covers hardware and software components, the services networks provide, how they connect with other networks, network design and implementation, various network operating systems, and how to troubleshoot and solve network problems. Each exercise contains a lab activity to reinforce the concepts presented. Real-world examples, troubleshooting techniques, and the social aspects of networking are presented. A CD containing LanExplorer(R), a protocol analyzer, and other useful network applications and files is packaged with the book. Also included is a networking poster providing many useful details concerning the world of networking.Full Title: 'Introduction to Computer Networking for Engineering and Technology'. Providing an approach to computer networking, this text emphasizes real-world network environments such as Windows and the Internet. It features a strong pedagogy that should allow students to apply numerous concepts to real-world computer situations.