Networking The Complete Reference, Third Edition

The most comprehensive, current guide to networking

Build and administer high-performance networks of all sizes—from small home systems to enterprise internetworks—using the practical information in this detailed resource. Thoroughly revised to cover the latest technologies, Networking: The Complete Reference, Third Edition offers concise explanations, start-to-finish deployment plans, real-world examples, and expert tips.

Find out how to select a networking protocol, connect devices, set up wireless LANs and WANs, configure Internet servers, virtualize your network, and migrate to the cloud. Cutting-edge backup, tuning, and security techniques are fully explained. Filled with proven solutions to a wide array of networking issues, this comprehensive guide is ideal for beginners and seasoned IT professionals alike.

• Design, configure, and administer wireless and wired networks
• Work with interface cards, hubs, routers, switches, and repeaters
• Understand Ethernet, Token Ring, TCP/IP, and IPX protocols
• Build wireless LANs using WiFi, IEEE 802.11, and Bluetooth technology
• Deploy server clusters, multiprocessors, and Fibre Channel connections
• Deliver Web, FTP, e-mail, and Active Directory services
• Implement a cloud-based network infrastructure
• Set up, configure, and manage virtual networks
• Handle troubleshooting and network security
• Connect Macintosh and Unix systems to Windows networks

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