Gigabit Networking [Paperback]

Craig Partridge (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0201563339 | ISBN-13: 978-0201563337 | Publication Date: October 10, 1993 | Edition: 1

We are fast entering the age of gigabit networking, where information ispassed along wide area and local area networks at speeds surpassing onebillion bits per second. With improvements in fiber optic signalling and thedevelopment of inexpensive high-performance computers, both thecapability and the demand for gigabit networking are here. *As a networking professional who needs to prepare for the immediatefuture of computer networking, you will find Gigabit Networking afascinating and practical look at the advances that are making high-speednetworking a reality. Key technologies, important protocols, applications,and the practical issues involved in implementing gigabit networks are alladdressed. The book covers in detail such topics as: **- Fiber optics (written for non-engineers) *- Cell and non-cell networking, including Asynchronous Transfer Mode (ATM) *- Exciting applications that utilize gigabit networking *- Integrating gigabit networking into existing systems *- Adapting today's protocols for gigabit networking In addition to the current status of the technology, Gigabit Networking looks ahead to the ongoing research that will shape the future of gigabit networking. This important book will bring you up to date on the state of gigabitnetworking, and will give you the knowledge you need to launch yourselfinto the age of truly high-speed networking.

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A practical look at high-speed networking, including detailed coverage of fiber optics, cell and non-cell networking, and integrating gigabit networking into existing systems. In addition to the current status of the technology, Gigabit Networking looks ahead to the ongoing research that will shape the future of gigabit networking.

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We are now in the age of gigabit networking, where information is passed along wide area and local area networks at speeds surpassing one billion bits per second. With improvements in fiber optic signalling and the development of inexpensive high performance computers, there is now both the capability and the demand for gigabit networking. As a networking professional who needs to prepare for the immediate future of computer networking, readers will find Gigabit Networking a fascinating and practical look at the advances that are making high-speed networking a reality. Key technologies, important protocols, applications, and the practical issues involved in implementing gigabit networks are all addressed. This book covers fiber optics, cell and non-cell networking, integrating gigabit networking into existing systems, and adapting today's protocols for gigabit networking. Gigabit Networking also looks ahead to the ongoing research that will shape the future of networking. -- Midwest Book Review

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Product Details

• Paperback: 396 pages
• Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional; 1 edition (October 10, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0201563339
• ISBN-13: 978-0201563337
• Product Dimensions: 9.6 x 7.6 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 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: #2,414,113 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars excellent reference book, April 8, 1999

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This review is from: Gigabit Networking (Paperback)

I have bought the book some years ago and it is still very good reference book for me now.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A Must have for anyone involved in high speed networking, October 14, 1995

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This review is from: Gigabit Networking (Paperback)

This is the Gigabit networking bible that finds its way in to so many bibliographies. A must have for anyone looking at High speed networking (DQDB, SMDS, broadband ISDN, ATM) Craig Partridge is one of the most respected authors in the high bandwidth networking arena.