Hands-On Networking

Erscheinungsjahr 2009
ISBN: 978-0-521-86985-0
Verlag: Cambridge University Press

Buch, Englisch, 272 Seiten, Format (B × H): 175 mm x 250 mm, Gewicht: 654 g

Learn the core theory and explore real-world networking issues with this richly illustrated example-based textbook. It provides an accurate view of modern networks through detailed coverage of the most relevant networking technologies, with no unnecessary extras. Carefully designed, affordable laboratory exercises based on open-source software networking tools are included for hands-on practice with real networking devices. Numerous case studies and examples further link theory to practice, whilst the topologies, tools and configurations needed to carry out practical exercises are provided to guide students through each task. Its bottom-up approach is easy for students to follow and perfect for lab-oriented courses.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Merani, Maria Luisa

Casoni, Maurizio

Cerroni, Walter

Fachgebiete

• Mathematik | Informatik EDV | Informatik Computerkommunikation & -vernetzung

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface; 1. Foundations; 2. Architectures and protocols; 3. Ethernet networks; 4. Wireless networks; 5. LAN devices and virtual LANs; 6. Routers; 7. Routing fundamentals and protocols; 8. Wide area networks and user access; References; Index.

Über Autor(innen)

Cerroni, Walter
Walter Cerroni is an Assistant Professor in Telecommunications at the University of Bologna, Italy. His teaching experience covers different aspects of communication networks, with most of the courses integrating theory and lab exercises or simulations.

Merani, Maria Luisa
Maria Luisa Merani is an Associate Professor at the Department of Information Engineering, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy, where she has taught networking courses since 1993. She is currently an Editor of the IEEE Transactions on Wireless Communications.

Casoni, Maurizio
Maurizio Casoni is an Associate Professor in Telecommunications at the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Italy. He has authored and co-authored over 50 technical papers in the field of networking.