Computer Networks and Communications

✍ Scribed by Adele Kuzmiakova

• Publisher: Arcler Press
• Year: 2020
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 292
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

This book describes computer networks from the perspective of administrators, pointing out that the network is fundamentally a private network consisting of a single independent system that cannot be accessed away from its physical and logical domains. The network may be a public network, it can be all-access, or a private network that only a few individuals can access. The book introduces computer networks and data communication, which is a system composed of interconnected computers and computer peripherals (such as printers and multimedia devices). This interconnection between computers facilitates information distribution between them. Wired and wireless multimedia communications are deliberated in the book. Similarly, there are topics about the physical and logical features of a network.

✦ Table of Contents

Cover
Title Page
Copyright
ABOUT THE EDITOR
TABLE OF CONTENTS
List of Figures
List of Abbreviations
Preface
Chapter 1 Introduction to Computer Networking and Communication
1.1. Introduction
1.2. Local Area Network (LAN)
1.3. Personal Area Network
1.4. Computer Network Configurations
1.5. Microcomputer Communication
1.6. LAN to LAN Communications
1.7. Network Architecture Models
1.8. What is the TCP/IP Model?
1.9. Standard Protocol For Transferring Files From One Computer to Another
1.10. Basic Architectural Principles
1.11. Logical and Physical Connections
Chapter 2 Computer Networking and Communication: Fundamentals of Data and Signals
2.1. Introduction
2.2. Data and Signals
2.3. Components of a Signal
2.4. Bandwidth
2.5. Attenuation
2.6. Converting Data Into Signals
2.7. Spread Spectrum Technology
2.8. Data Codes
Chapter 3 The Media: Conducted and Wireless
3.1. Transmission Media
3.2. Conducted Media
3.3. The Twisted Pair Cables
3.4. Unshielded Twisted Pair
3.5. Shielded Twisted Pair
3.6. Coaxial Cables
3.7. Fiber Optic Cable
3.8. Wireless Media
3.9. Satellite Microwave Transmission
3.10. Mobile Phones
3.11. Cellular Digital Packet Data
3.12. Bluetooth
3.13. Pagers
3.14. Infrared Transmission
3.15. Wireless Application Protocol
3.16. Broadband Wireless Systems
Chapter 4 Making Connections
4.1. Introduction
4.2. Modems
4.3. 56K Digital Modem
4.4. Alternatives To Traditional Modems
4.5. High-Speed Interface Protocols
4.6. Data Link Connections
Chapter 5 Multiplexing
5.1. Introduction
5.2. Invention of Multiplexing
5.3. Types of Multiplexing
5.4. Characteristics of Multiplexing Categories
5.5. Application Areas of Multiplexing Techniques
5.6. Advantages And Disadvantages of Different Multiplexing Techniques
5.7. Comparison Between Different Multiplexing Techniques
Chapter 6 Computer Networking And Communication: Errors, Error Detection, and Error Control
6.1. Introduction
6.2. Types of Noise In Computer Networks
6.3. Error Prevention Techniques
6.4. Error Detection Techniques
6.5. Cyclic Redundancy Check vs. Checksum
6.6. Parity Check vs Checksum
6.7. Error Control
Chapter 7 Local Area Network: The Basics
7.1. Introduction
7.2. Parts of The OSI
7.3. Main Roles Of Local Area Networks (LAN)
7.4. Advantages And Drawbacks of (LANs) Local Area Networks
7.5. Common (LANs) Local Area-Network Topologies
7.6. Medium Access Management Protocols
7.7. Medium Access Control Sub Layer
7.8. Local Area Network (LAN) Systems
Chapter 8 Computer Networking And Communication: Wireless Networks
8.1. Introduction
8.2. Uses of Wireless Systems
8.3. Advantages And Disadvantages of Wireless Systems
8.4. Types of Wireless Systems
8.5. Wi-Fi vs Home Rf vs Bluetooth
8.6. Bluetooth: Piconet And Scatter-Net
8.7. Ad Hoc Modes
Chapter 9 Challenges Facing Computer Networking and Communication
9.1. Introduction
9.2. Security Issues
9.3. Cost
9.4. Configuration Conflicts
9.5. Performance Degradation
9.6. Constant Upgrades
9.7. Installation
9.8. Packet Losses
9.9. Host Identification
9.10. Lack Of Network Signals
9.11. Network Outages And Inaccessible Files
9.12. IP Conflicts
9.13. Slow Application Response
9.14. Poor VOIP Quality
9.15. Absence Of Connectivity
9.16. IP Address Issue
9.17. Network Related Problems
9.18. Slow Moving Connectivity
9.19. Drop-In Internet Connectivity
9.20. Problems Faced By Firewall Status
9.21. Initial Configuration
9.22. Problems In Computer Setups
9.23. Challenges In Networking Software
9.24. Signal Modulation Challenges
9.25. Multiplexing Challenges
9.26. Solutions To All The Computer Networking And Communication Systems
Chapter 10 Trends of Computer Networking
10.1. Introduction
10.2. Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
10.3. 5G And Supported Applications
10.4. Microservice Architecture
10.5. Open Network Switches
10.6. Wireless Data Links And Communication For Drones, UAV, UGVS, and USVS
10.7. Quantum Computing
10.8. Diamond Semiconductors
10.9. Expansion of Artificial Intelligence
References
Index
Back Cover