This text covers the complex and mysterious world of routing protocols and configuration. It explores and explains from a practical point of view the devices that allow the Internet to function, i.e. routers and switches. Categories of routing protocols like vector distance, link state, vector path and the specific implementations of these protocols like RIP, OSPF and BGP are discussed and explained in detail. Select products of market leaders in the field are reviewed with criteria for product selection, as well as practical installation and configuration tips. Included with the book is a CD-ROM.
- ISBN10 076454537X
- ISBN13 9780764545375
- Publish Date 30 January 1998
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 15 October 1999
- Publish Country US
- Publisher John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Imprint Hungry Minds Inc,U.S.
- Pages 400
- Language English