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Data Communications Networking Devices
Operation, Utilization and LAN and WAN Internetworking
4th Edition
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Gilbert Held, 4-Degree Consulting, Macon, Georgia, USA
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0471 97515 X
November 1998
Hardback
884pp
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The fourth edition of this popular and authoritative text examines the characteristics, operation and application
of the devices used to construct a data communications network. It provides detailed and essential information on
how to operate and utilise the networking devices used in the design, modification or optimisation of a data
communications network.
- Presents extensive coverage of the fundamental concepts of data communications
- Includes new sections on ATM/broadband networking, LAN/WAN switches and new examples of network integration devices
- Examines many specialised devices, including security devices, LZW compression and voice digitisers
- Discusses the different types of networks, network architecture and the flow of data between several networks
- Features questions at the end of each chapter to assist understanding
Contents:
- Fundamental Concepts
- Networks and Internetworking
- Data Transmission Equipment
- Data Communications Equipment
- Data Concentration Equipment
- Redundancy and Reliability Aids
- Automatic Assistance Devices
- Specialised Devices
- Integrating Networking Devices
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