Developed for the post-secondary college curriculum and designed to support a one semester (three to four credits) course on local area networks (LANs), this comprehensive text and resource package provides the student with a solid understanding of how LANs work, describing the purpose and benefits of LANs, LAN media and topologies, protocols, standards and traffic management, and LAN hardware. Common network operating systems are explored in the latter half of the text. The text details how these operating systems interface with LANs to provide services and covers important system administrative tasks such as user and resource management and security. A solid understanding of the topics covered in this book is essential fo those students planning to design and manage LANs.
What You'll Find Inside
- Most comprehensive coverage of local area networks (LANs) available, including concepts, hardware, and software
- Includes "how-to" steps and best practice protocols
- Features extenive end-of-chapter applications and exercises
- Real-world case studies and projects
- Encore CD with interactive quizzes, on-line testing, glossary, and other study aids
Contents
Preface. 1. Introduction to Local Area Networks. 2. LAN Standards, Physical Connectivity, and Media Access. 3. LAN Protocols. 4. Managing LAN Traffic. 5. Server Hardware and Availability. 6. Windows Servers on the LAN. 7. Using Windows Servers to Share Information. 8. Linux Servers on the LAN. 9. Novell NetWare Operating System. 10. Rights, User, and Group Administration. 11. Directory Services. 12. LAN Security. 13. LAN Maintenance. 14. Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution. Appendix. Glossary. Index.
Components
- Instructor Resources on CD (answers, sample syllabus, PowerPoint slides)
- Internet Resource Center
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