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Gigabit Ethernet for Metro Area Networks

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As an IT manager for a large corporation, and an engineer, I did not think I needed a book on Gigabit Ethernet. However, I was given this book recently and have found myself going to it on a regular basis. This book is not a simple study of GigE. It is a comprehensive guide to data networking that includes storage, fiber channel, SAN, WAN, LAN and more. I would recommend any person in IT or data networking to have this book on their shelf.

There's much more to technology than where the bits go. Equally important is the role of the technology in the marketplace, the applications that the technology enables, the economics that underlie its success or failure, and the companies that play in the space. Bedell's book does all of these. Far more than just a "how does it work" guide, "Gigabit Ethernet" provides information that will help corporate decision-makers chart a course of action for Gigabit Ethernet implementation in thir own firms. If you are a middle or senior level manager with GbE on your plate, you need to read this book.

A sign of a good writer is when somebody technical can teach individuals at all levels of understanding (e.g. Jeff Doyle: Routing TCP/IP Volume 1). That is just what this author did.

He gives a comprehensive view of Gigabit Ethernet and draws relevant comparisons to competing technologies. Not only does he show its current applications, but also explores the pricing and implementation considerations of GigE which are VERY important factor in today's competitive market. I also found it interesting how the author gave an "inside" explanation at how the major service providers are competing for the marketshare.

If you are still trying to decide on this book, I think the sales rank tells the story. This book is second in total sales (690,882) compared to all other books on the same topic. Also, some technical books have egregious errors in them which shows poor editing and a "rush" mentality (e.g. Sybex). This author obviously put careful thought into his presentation and organization. I generally do not like books published by McGraw-Hill, but I will strongly consider buying more of their technical books after reading this one. Do yourself a favor and buy this book. I highly recommend.

Thank you, Paul Bedell, for writing a book that is useful! You did an excellent job of taking numerous complex technologies and dissecting their characteristics into simple, easy-to-understand parts, so that any reader can understand the basic applications and principals. In addition, the diagrams supporting the text are superb and illustrate the points clearly and concisely. I have over 18 years experience in telecommunications (voice and data networking) and am no stranger to technology. Yet, I still find myself going to your book first when I have Ethernet and data networking questions. I have recommended this book to many of my colleagues and customers and they too, have found the content as useful as I have. Bravo Paul!

I am extensively involved in the optical networking industry, and I read many industry publications and books. This book stands out as being exceptionally well written--it is simple to read and understand, yet complex enough to provide through, recent information. A must read for anyone who wants to know more about gigabit ethernet!!

Ethernet rules the LAN.....and now Paul Bedell rules Ethernet! I'm a telecommunications professional and found this to be one of the most comprehensive -- and easiest to understand -- books on Ethernet. I highly recommend this book to get the what, where, how and why of Ethernet technology. Paul continues to conquer the telecom industry with this next installation. Thanks!

After reading Paul Bedell's book Gigabit Ethernet, I have a better grasp on the subject of the telecommunications industry. This book reads so fluently that and I recommend it to everybody who is interested in this subject. I have read all of Paul Bedell's books and I believe that is is by far the easiest to understand.

If you want a shallow discription of current events in networking
this is the book. Who wrote those other reviews?
What's the book like?
" Key: During the months this ISP has used the laser-based solution, the technology has proven extemely reliable-maintaining continuous availability even through heavy thunderstorms."
Its all like that. On and on like that, if you're into technology this BOOK IS NOT FOR YOU!!

If you want a shallow discription of current events in networking
this is the book. Who wrote those other reviews?
What's the book like?
" Key: During the months this ISP has used the laser-based solution, the technology has proven extemely reliable-maintaining continuous availability even through heavy thunderstorms."
Its all like that. On and on like that, if you're into technology this BOOK IS NOT FOR YOU!!

If you want a shallow discription of current events in networking
this is the book. Who wrote those other reviews?
What's the book like?
" Key: During the months this ISP has used the laser-based solution, the technology has proven extemely reliable-maintaining continuous availability even through heavy thunderstorms."
Its all like that. On and on like that, if you're into technology this BOOK IS NOT FOR YOU!!