Ethernet networking clearly explained /
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| Author / Creator: | Harrington, Jan L. |
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| Imprint: | San Diego, Calif. ; London : Morgan Kaufmann, c1999. |
| Description: | xv, 287 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. |
| Language: | English |
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| Format: | Print Book |
| URL for this record: | http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/4433514 |
Table of Contents:
- Preface
- What You Need to Know
- Acknowledgments
- Part 1. Introduction
- Chapter 1. Introduction
- The Anatomy of a Network
- Parts of a Network
- Data Communications Protocols
- Network Layers
- The TCP/IP Protocol Stack
- The OSI Protocol Stack
- A Final Word on Protocol Stacks
- Network Operating Systems
- What Ethernet Really Means
- Types of Ethernet
- The Speed and Bandwidth Connection
- Ethernet Standards
- A Bit of Ethernet History
- Chapter 2. How Ethernet Works
- Ethernet Frames
- Ethernet Media Access
- Alternative Ethernet Topologies
- The Star Topology
- The Daisy-Chain Topology
- Media and Ethernet Standards
- Part 2. Transmission Media and Network Connections
- Chapter 3. Standard (10 Mbps) Ethernet
- Twisted-Pair Wire (10BASE-T)
- UTP Cabling
- UTP Cabling Lengths
- UTP Jack Wiring
- Creating 10BASE-T Network Segments Using a Hub
- The Daisy-Chain Alternative
- Fiber Optics (10BASE-F)
- Thin Coaxial Cable (10BASE2)
- Thick Coaxial Cable (10BASE5)
- Chapter 4. Fast and Gigabit Ethernet
- Fast Ethernet Media
- Twisted-Pair Wire
- Fiber Optics
- Gigabit Ethernet Media
- Fiber Optics
- Twisted-Pair Wire
- Chapter 5. Connecting Network Segments
- Interconnection Hardware
- Hubs (Repeaters)
- 10BASE-T Unmanaged Hubs
- Managed Hubs
- fast Ethernet Hub Considerations
- Multispeed Hubs
- Bridges (Switches) and Switching Hubs
- Switch Learning
- Looping Problems
- Switch Limitations
- Routers
- TCP/IP Router Addressing
- TCP/IP Router Operations
- IPX/SPX Router Addressing and Operation
- VINES Router Addressing and Operation
- AppleTalk Router Addressing and Operation
- Router Benefits and Drawbacks
- Structured Cabling Systems
- Parts of a Structured Cabling System
- Work Area Facilities
- Horizontal Cabling Guidelines
- Outlet Wiring
- UTP Cable Wiring
- Backbone Cabling Guidelines
- Chapter 6. Integrating Wireless Transmissions
- Using Wireless Devices to Extend a Wired Network
- Connection Hardware
- Speed
- Security
- Using Wireless Transmission to Replace Wire
- Security and Health Concerns
- Part 3. Equipping an Ethernet with Hardware and Software
- Chapter 7. Network Devices
- Workstations
- On-Site Laptop Support
- Thin Clients
- Shared Printers
- Ethernet-Compatible Printers
- PC-Based Print Servers
- External Print Servers
- Internal Print Servers
- File Servers
- Fax and E-mail Servers
- Fax Servers
- E-mail Servers
- CD-ROM Servers
- Chapter 8. Network Protocols and Operating Systems
- Major Network Protocols
- TCP/IP
- IPX/SPX
- VINES
- AppleTalk
- NetBEUI
- Network Operating Systems
- Novell NetWare
- Network Management and Server Software
- Client Software
- Banyan VINES
- Windows NT
- UNIX
- AppleShare
- Chapter 9. Peer-to-Peer Networking
- Windows 95 and 98
- Setting Up File Sharing
- Configuring the Computer for Networking
- Setting Network Identity
- Enable File Sharing
- Choosing Items to Be Shared and Setting Access Rights
- Connecting to Shared Resources
- Connecting to Shared Disks
- Connecting to Shared Printers
- Macintosh Operating System
- Enabling File Sharing
- Establishing a Network Identity
- Choosing EtherTalk Networking
- Creating and Activating a TCP/IP Configuration
- User Names and Passwords
- Turning on File Sharing
- Sharing Specific Disks
- Mounting a Shared Disk
- Monitoring File Sharing Activity
- Chapter 10. Integrating Multiple Operating Systems
- Integrating Macintosh OS Computers into a Windows NT Network
- Integrating Windows Computers into a Macintosh Network
- Remote Control
- Making a Connection
- Observation and Control
- File Exchange
- Messaging
- Chapter 11. Network Monitoring and Discovery
- Windows-Only Networks
- LANdecoder
- Network Observer
- Mixed OS Networks
- Part 4. Ethernet Solution Examples
- Chapter 12. Network Design and Simulation Software
- Network Design Tools
- The Network Hierarchy
- Choosing and Configuring Network Devices
- Device Properties
- Custom-built Icons
- Linking Network Devices
- Simulating Network Traffic
- Assigning Traffic Loads
- Running Simulations
- Documenting the Network Design
- Chapter 13. Ethernet Example 1: Small-But-Growing Real Estate
- Business Overview
- Network Plans and Design
- Chapter 14. Ethernet Example 2: Medium Law Firm
- The Backbone and Wiring Closets
- Connecting End-User Devices
- Chapter 15. Ethernet Example 3: Large Insurance Company
- The Machine Room
- Departmental Subnets
- Connecting Premium Processing, Claims Processing, and Customer Service
- Premium and Claims Processing
- Customer Service
- Appendix A. Home Networking
- Home Networking Using Existing Home Wiring
- Wireless Home Networking
- Appendix B. Vendor List
- Glossary
- Index