Build Your Own LAN and Save a Bundle [Paperback]

Aubrey Pilgrim (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 1992

Millions of offices are equipped with two or more computers, but few are taking full advantage of their hardware investments. As Aubrey Pilgrim demonstrates, PCs are most valuable when connected together as a local area network. That way, users can share information, work projects, and printing tasks. For businesses with limited computer budgets, small PC networks can be assembled quickly and easily, without the help of expensive consultants. Beginning with an introduction to the fundamentals of computer networking, Pilgrim describes a full range of LAN options and helps readers determine their networking needs. After describing available network hardware and software, he provides step-by-step, illustrated instructions for building and/or installing: a 386 or 486 network server; low-cost XT or 286 workstations; disk storage media; LAN data backup systems; bus-, star-, or ring-type LAN configurations; printers and printer sharing systems; and fax machines, modems, and e-mail systems. Pilgrim reviews several software products designed for network use: word processors, databases, spreadsheets, accounting, communications, desktop publishing, utilities, and more. Finally, he addresses the all-important management issues, including staff training, LAN supervision techniques, LAN management software, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance.

Product Details

• Paperback: 232 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies (September 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0830640894
• ISBN-13: 978-0830640898
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,983,716 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars A must have for the first-time LAN builder!!!!!, November 18, 1998

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Claudio A. Inostroza (NJ, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Build Your Own LAN and Save a Bundle (Paperback)

I found this book to be of great use when I was learning to build my own first network. The concepts are right on target. The book seemed very detailed and focused on all the aspects of building a LAN from hardware to software.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great reference for Beginners!!!!!!!!!, November 9, 1998

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Claudio A. Inostroza (NJ, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Build Your Own LAN and Save a Bundle (Paperback)

Although some of the materials in this book are now out of date (which it why it gets 4 stars and not 5), it's concepts are simple and easy to understand. I found this book to be very useful and informative while going to school and taking network classes. I hope the author comes out with an updated version with the current hardware and software (and prices) now out there. Great reference for anyone trying to setup a small network!!!!!!