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Local Area Networks

An Introduction to the Technology

  • 1st Edition - March 15, 1985
  • Latest edition
  • Author: John McNamara
  • Language: English

This concise book provides an objective introduction to local area networks - how they work, what they do, and how you can benefit from them. It outlines the pros and cons of the… Read more

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Description

This concise book provides an objective introduction to local area networks - how they work, what they do, and how you can benefit from them. It outlines the pros and cons of the most common configurations so you can evaluate them in light of your own needs. You'll also learn about network software, with special emphasis on the ISO layered model of communications protocols.

Readership

Those intereted in basics of LANS, Data communications

Table of contents



1 Introduction


2 Topologies and Access Methods


3 PBXs


4 Media


5 Physical Considerations


6 How Things Work


7 Operations and Maintenance


8 Protocols


9 Servers


10 Extending Local Area Networks


11 Administrative Considerations for Large Networks


12 Standards

Glossary

Index


Product details

  • Edition: 1
  • Latest edition
  • Published: March 15, 1985
  • Language: English

About the author

JM

John McNamara

Affiliations and expertise
data communication consultant

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