Synopses & Reviews
Updated to reflect significant developments in computer networking, this reference continues its reputation as the premier working guide to local area, wide area, and linked local area networks with local, national, and international reach. Beginning with a broad overview of computer networks, it summarizes the many available systems, their differences and similarities, and their place in the automated office. Also covers network systems and services and provides some practical insights into the impact of computer networking, all aided by step-by-step instructions and up-to-the-minute applications in a variety of fields and technologies.
Table of Contents
NETWORK SYSTEMS AND SERVICES.
General Principles of Networking.
Local Area Networks.
Personal Computer Networks and Micronets.
Wide Area Networks.
Network Services.
NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES.
Network Structures.
Equipment Linked to Networks.
Transmission Technologies.
Network Architectures Standards and Protocols.
Network Control and Performance.
NETWORK APPLICATIONS.
Office Systems and Business Systems.
Distributed Information Systems.
Distributed Computing Systems.
Other Applications of Networks.
WIDER ASPECTS OF NETWORKS.
Network Costs and Economics.
Impact of Networks.
Network Problems and Issues.
Future Prospects of Networks.
RECENT DEVELOPMENTS.
Recent Developments in Network Systems and Services.
Recent Developments in Network Technologies.
Recent Developments in Network Architectures Standards and Protocols.
Recent Developments in Network Applications.
Case Studies of Networks.
Current Network Problems and Prospects.
Appendixes.
Epilogue--The Peace Network.
Supplementary Bibliography.
Glossary.
Directory of Network Services.
Directory of Network System Suppliers.
Name Index.
Subject Index.