Network+ Guide to Networks (Networking (Course Technology))

Network+ Guide to Networks (Networking (Course Technology)) Lest Price :$115.95 Sale Price: $83.49

Product Description Knowing how to install, configure, and troubleshoot a computer network is a highly marketable and exciting skill. This book first introduces the fundamental building blocks that form a modern network, such as protocols, topologies, hardware, and network operating systems. It then provides in-depth coverage of the most important concepts in contemporary networking, such as TCP/IP, Ethernet, wireless transmission, and security. After reading the book and completing the end-of-chapter exercises, you will be prepared to select the best network design, hardware, and software for your environment. You will also have the skills to build a network from scratch and maintain, upgrade, and troubleshoot an existing network. Finally, you will be well prepared to pass CompTIA's (the Computing Technology Industry Association's) Network+ certification exam. This book explains concepts logically and in a clear, approachable style. In addition, concepts are reinforced by real-world examples of networking issues from a professional's standpoint. Each chapter opens with an On the Job story from a network engineer. These real-world examples, along with Hands-on Projects and Case Projects in each chapter, make this book a practical learning tool. The numerous tables and illustrations, along with the glossaries, appendices, and study questions make the book a valuable reference for any networking professional Product Details Paperback: 912 pages Publisher: Course Technology; 005 edition (March 9, 2009) Language: English ISBN-10: 1423902459 ISBN-13: 978-1423902454 Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 1.3 inches Shipping Weight: 3.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Editorial Reviews "More than a preparatory network book for CompTIA's certification exam, Network+ Guide to Networks offers some important guidance to those seeking to enhance their general knowledge about transmission media, network protocols, topology methods, remote connectivity, wireless and network operating systems." - Esfandiar Bakhtiar, Clayton College & State University --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.