A single-source guide focused on creating network programs using Clipper. Both a reference and a how-to book, each chapter focuses on a particular topic and includes source code on disk that can be used to solve problems discussed in every chapter. No other book on the market provides the in-depth and specialized information on writing Clipper-based network programs.

Answering the need for an accessible overview of the field, this text/reference presents a manageable introduction to both the theoretical and practical aspects of computer networks and network programming. Clearly structured and easy to follow, the book describes cutting-edge developments in network architectures, communication protocols, and programming techniques and models, supported by code examples for hands-on practice with creating network-based applications. Features: presents detailed coverage of network architectures; gently introduces the reader to the basic ideas underpinning computer networking, before gradually building up to more advanced concepts; provides numerous step-by-step descriptions of practical examples; examines a range of network programming techniques; reviews network-based data storage and multimedia transfer; includes an extensive set of practical code examples, together with detailed comments and explanations.

This is the advanced book, by the "Hardcore Clipper" columnist for Data Based Advisor. Spence covers new features of 5.2--improved memory management; new drivers; object-oriented programming with Clipper 5.2; using Clipper with C and assembly language; using Clipper with FoxPro, Paradox, and dBASE; and using Clipper on a network.