Networking Basics

by Patrick Ciccarelli

Published 7 November 2007
You can get there Whether you're already working in the computer networking field and looking to expand your skills or setting out on a new career path, Networking Basics will help you get there. Easy-to-read, practical, and up-to-date, this text not only helps you learn the fundamentals of networking at your own pace; it helps you master the core competencies and skills you need to succeed. With this book, you will be able to: Fully absorb and apply essential network concepts, from local and wide-area network configurations to large-scale enterprise networks Design and build both wired and wireless networks Work with common network models and standards such as the OSI and TCP/IP (DoD) models, and IEEE 802 standards Match network capabilities to organizational needs Networking Basics is ideal for both traditional and online courses. The accompanying Networking Basics Project Manual ISBN: 978-0-470-12799-5 is also available to help reinforce your skills. Wiley Pathways helps you achieve your goals The books in this series offer a coordinated curriculum for learning information technology. Learn more at www.wiley.com/go/pathways.

You can get there The Networking Basics Project Manual offers a wealth of easy-to-read, practical, and up-to-date activities that reinforce fundamental networking concepts. You will develop the core competencies and skills you'll need in the real world, including how to: * Determine the physical and logical network topology in use * Install and configure network protocols * Configure a host for dynamic address assignment * Design subnetworks to meet network configuration requirements * Enable Routing and Remote Access * Identify design phase deliverables * Configure auditing, account lockout policy and password policy With five to seven projects per chapter ranging from easy to more advanced, the Networking Basics Project Manual is ideal for both traditional and online courses and is an excellent companion to Ciccarelli's Networking Basics ISBN: 978-0-470-11129-1. Wiley Pathways helps you achieve your goals The texts and project manuals in this series offer a coordinated curriculum for learning information technology. Learn more at www.wiley.com/go/pathways.