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Networking 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 formatInformative sidebars and illustrationsEasy-to-read and follow
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Copyright 1999 by Michael A. Gallo and William M. Hancock.
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Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Gallo, Michael A. Networking explained / Michael A. Gallo, William M. Hancock. p. cm. Includes bibliographical references and index. ISBN 1-55558-214-1 (alk. paper) 1. Computer networks. I. Hancock, Bill. II. Title. TK5105.5.G35 1999 004.6dc21 99-19218 CIP
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To Dee Dee Pannell a superb computer and network systems director, and a remarkable lady
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Contents
Preface
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1 Elements of Computer Networking
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Computer Networks
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Applications vs. Application Protocols
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Interoperability
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Internet, internet (Internetwork), Intranet, Extranet
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LAN, MAN, WAN, PAN, GAN, SAN
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Decentralized vs. Centralized vs. Distributed Systems
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