Designed for the beginner yet useful for the expert, COMPUTER NETWORKING FROM LANS TO WANS: HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, AND SECURITY covers all aspects of computer networking. Hardware details such as the operation of Ethernet, network media and devices, including hubs, switches, routers, and physical topology, are provided, with many design and troubleshooting examples. Software details such as the operation of the TCP/IP protocols, routing protocols, and network operating systems are examined. Applications, such as FTP, Telnet, and email are explained in detail, as are the requirements of writing client/server applications, with several working examples provided. Techniques for applying security to networking and computing activities are covered, including network management, secure communication methods such as SSH, TLS, and VPN, and the fundamentals of forensics.

Designed for the beginner yet useful for the expert, COMPUTER NETWORKING FROM LANS TO WANS: HARDWARE, SOFTWARE, AND SECURITY covers all aspects of computer networking. Hardware details such as the operation of Ethernet, network media and devices, including hubs, switches, routers, and physical topology, are provided, with many design and troubleshooting examples. Software details such as the operation of the TCP/IP protocols, routing protocols, and network operating systems are examined. Applications, such as FTP, Telnet, and email are explained in detail, as are the requirements of writing client/server applications, with several working examples provided. Techniques for applying security to networking and computing activities are covered, including network management, secure communication methods such as SSH, TLS, and VPN, and the fundamentals of forensics. A strong pedagogical approach introduces each new topic with practical, real-world examples, and step-by-step Hands-On Projects. Important Notice: Media content referenced within the product description or the product text may not be available in the ebook version.

A comprehensive look at computer networking, from LANs to wireless networks In this second volume of The Handbook of Computer Networks, readers will get a complete overview of the types of computer networks that are most relevant to real-world applications. Offering a complete view of computer networks, the book is designed for both undergraduate students and professionals working in a variety of computer network-dependent industries. With input from over 270 experts in the field and with over 1,000 peer reviewers, the text covers local and wide area networks, the Internet, wireless networks, voice over IP, global networks, and more.

Well, the Internet is formed of many, many interconnected computer networks. This Computer Networking book is designed for everyone who is willing to learn about all of the great stuff the Internet has to offer. You'll learn all the basics and advanced stuff you need to know about computer networking from this book. You'll become extremely familiar with terms like UTP, Ethernet, MAC, IP, TCP & UDP, etc.. It doesn't matter if you are in charge of a small or a large network, at home or at an office, you will learn how to set everything up and how to keep it working. It's the guide to computer networking for every beginner. This book is made out of chapters that will teach you, step by step, how to be successful at Computer Networking. Here's what it will teach you, among other things: - What networks are and how they are functioning - What you need to set up a network - What is Ethernet and how a MAC address works - How to configure an IP address on Windows 7 to 10 - Everything about IP addresses and ports (TCP or UDP) - Different network applications - Cisco IOS and CLI - How does the Routing and Switching process work - Why do we need static routes or routing protocols - What's the purpose of a VLAN in a network Get this book NOW, and you will not only discover new things you didn't know about computer networking, you will also get the chance to practice correctly the setting up and the maintenance of a network.

The authors of Practical Network Design Techniques, Second Edition: A Complete Guide for WANs and LANs build upon the popular first edition by combining pre-existing network design fundamentals with new material on LAN devices and topologies, wireless local networks, and LAN internetworking issues. This new edition has two parts. The first p

"This course discusses the WAN technologies and network services required by converged applications in a complex network. The course allows you to understand the selection criteria of network devices and WAN technologies to meet network requirements. You will learn how to configure and troubleshoot network devices and resolve common issues with data link protocols. You will also develop the knowledge and skills needed to implement IPSec and virtual private network (VPN) operations in a complex network."--Back cover.