Data Communications Networking Devices Operation, Utilization and LAN and VAN Internetworking Fourth Edition Gilbert Held 4-Degree Consulting, Macon, Georgia, USA Data communications continue to grow enormously as a key part of telecommunications. Technological advances mean up-to-date information is essential. This fourth edition of the popular and authoritative text Data Communications Networking Devices examines the characteristics, operation and applications of the devices used to construct a data communications network. It enables readers to operate and utilize the networking devices used in the design, modification or optimization of a data communications network. Features include:
* Extensive coverage of the fundamental concepts of data communications
* New sections on ATM/broadband networking, LAN/WAN switches and new examples of network integration devices
* Examination of the specialized devices such as security devices, LZW compression and voice digitizers
* Discusses the different types of networks, network architecture and the flow of data between several networks
* Questions at the end of each chapter to assist understanding.
More than a comprehensive reference book, Data Communications Networking Devices is ideal as a self study guide too. It is essential reading for network managers and telecommunications engineers, data processing managers and information system managers. Visit Our Web Page! http://www.wiley.com/Content:
Chapter 1 Fundamental Wide Area Networking Concepts (pages 1โ169):
Chapter 2 Wide Area Networks (pages 171โ268):
Chapter 3 Local Area Networks (pages 269โ349):
Chapter 4 Wide Area Network Transmission Equipment (pages 351โ537):
Chapter 5 LAN Internetworking Devices (pages 539โ623):
Chapter 6 Wide Area Network Data Concentration Equipment (pages 625โ739):
Chapter 7 Specialized Devices (pages 741โ812):