Computer Networks: Principles, Technologies and Protocols for Network Design [Hardcover]

Natalia Olifer (Author), Victor Olifer (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0470869828 | ISBN-13: 978-0470869826 | Publication Date: January 16, 2006 | Edition: 1

This is a comprehensive guide covering both the theory of basic networking technologies as well as practical solutions to networking problems. 

• Networking concepts explained plainly with emphasis on how networks work together
• Practical solutions backed up with examples and case studies
• Balance of topics reflects modern environments
• Instructor and Student book site support including motivational courseware

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From the Back Cover

Complex modern computer networks are made up of layers, architectures and protocols. A clear picture of the whole is difficult to build up and visualize. Crucial components of the network need to be looked at not only in isolation, but also as part of a heterogeneous system, each part operating jointly with various different networking technologies.

This book provides a deep and broad introduction to a complex subject, covering both the theory of basic networking technologies as well as practical solutions to networking problems. The authors' unique approach, grounded in modern converged environments, helps the reader to form a picture of the network not as a collection of disparate components, but as a whole.

This book is written for undergraduate and post graduate students, as well as for IT professionals, who want to have a fundamental knowledge of networking principles, understand any particular features of the traditional and novel technologies of both Local Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs), or learn methods of designing and administering major and complex networks. Basic solutions to problems such data encoding, error detection, medium access, routing, flow and congestion control, and end-to-end transport are discussed.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 1000 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 1 edition (January 16, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0470869828
• ISBN-13: 978-0470869826
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.7 x 2.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #666,756 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Encyclopedic reference about computer networks, July 23, 2006

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J. Felipe Ortega Soto (Spain) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Computer Networks: Principles, Technologies and Protocols for Network Design (Hardcover)

This is a truly masterpiece about computer networks. Despite its title "for network design", the authors not only cover network design aspects, but also provide a very solid reference about many important topics in computer networks, including:

1) Transport networks (SONET, and optical networks).
2) LAN, WAN technologies and routing protocols.
3) QoS including MPLS.
4) Network devices and interconnections...and many more.

The book is very well organized, with very useful tips and highlights about key words and topics included in each section. Lots of useful diagrams and graphics, and pretty much space (1000+ pages) to cover almost every detail.

I personally recommend this title as a textbook for an in depth two-semester course in computer networks, though it is flexible enough to fit courses of different length and duration, both for undergraudates or graduates. It may also be a solid bookshelf reference for computer networks professionals.

Pay attention to the acommpanion site (very simple look, lots of useful graphics and complementary material).

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best networking text I have worked with, January 10, 2007

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Daniel Lefebvre (Vermont, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Computer Networks: Principles, Technologies and Protocols for Network Design (Hardcover)

I am using this book for an undergraduate level course that I am teaching. This book was an extremely pleasant surprise. The language is clear, the organization is fantastic and the overall presentation makes this extremely dense text easy to read and understand.