Network+ Certification Bible (With CD-ROM) [Hardcover]

Ron Gilster (Author), Joseph Byrne (Author), Trevor Kay (Author), Diane McMichael Gilster (Author), James Russell (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0764548808 | ISBN-13: 978-0764548802 | Publication Date: April 1, 2002

* Master the material for the CompTIA Network+ exam
* Test your knowledge with assessment questions, scenario problems, and labs
* Practice on state-of-the-art test-preparation software
The only guide you need for Network+ exam success...
You're holding in your hands the most comprehensive and effective guide available for the CompTIA Network+ exam. A crack team of networking experts delivers incisive, crystal-clear explanations of every Network+ topic, highlighting exam-critical concepts and offering hands-on tips that can help you in your real-world networking career. Throughout, they provide pre-tests, exam-style assessment questions, scenario problems, and labs - everything you need to master the material and pass the exam. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Network+ exam objectives
* Get the scoop on network topologies and technologies, media standards, and network components
* Master the ins and outs of MAC addresses, the OSI model, and common protocols such as TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP, and TFTP
* Get a handle on TCP/UDP port functionality and services such as DHCP, DNS, WINS, and SNMP
* Delve into IP addressing, public and private networks, WANs, remote access, and security protocols
* Find out how to implement VLANs, network-attached storage, fault tolerance, disaster recovery, firewalls, and proxy servers
* Get up to speed on network support, from client/server network configuration to troubleshooting wiring, networks, and remote connectivity
Test-Prep Software on CD-ROM
* Customizable test engine with hundreds of sample questions
* Searchable e-version of the book
* Observer demo version

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

* Master the material for the CompTIA Network+ exam
* Test your knowledge with assessment questions, scenario problems, and labs
* Practice on state-of-the-art test-preparation software
The only guide you need for Network+ exam success...

You're holding in your hands the most comprehensive and effective guide available for the CompTIA Network+ exam. A crack team of networking experts delivers incisive, crystal-clear explanations of every Network+ topic, highlighting exam-critical concepts and offering hands-on tips that can help you in your real-world networking career. Throughout, they provide pre-tests, exam-style assessment questions, scenario problems, and labs - everything you need to master the material and pass the exam. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Network+ exam objectives
* Get the scoop on network topologies and technologies, media standards, and network components
* Master the ins and outs of MAC addresses, the OSI model, and common protocols such as TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP, and TFTP
* Get a handle on TCP/UDP port functionality and services such as DHCP, DNS, WINS, and SNMP
* Delve into IP addressing, public and private networks, WANs, remote access, and security protocols
* Find out how to implement VLANs, network-attached storage, fault tolerance, disaster recovery, firewalls, and proxy servers
* Get up to speed on network support, from client/server network configuration to troubleshooting wiring, networks, and remote connectivity
Test-Prep Software on CD-ROM
* Customizable test engine with hundreds of sample questions
* Searchable e-version of the book
* Observer demo version

About the Author

Joseph J. Byrne, MCSE, MCNE, ASE, CNP, A+, Network+, is a senior systems engineer with more than twenty years of experience in networking and software development. He is the author of two previous CompTIA certification books.
Diane McMichael Gilster, MCSE, i-Net+, Network+, has worked in computing and networking for more than 20 years. She is currently active as an IT certification trainer, consultant, and author.

Trevor Kay, A+, and Server+, Network+, has worked as an IT helpdesk consultant, technical support specialist, and network administrator. He is also the author of Server+ Certification Bible.

NIIT is a global IT solutions company that creates customized multimedia training products and has more than 2,000 training centers worldwide.

James H. Russell, Linux+, Network+, is a full-time computer-book author. His most recent work is a guide to SAIR Linux and GNU certification.

Ron Gilster, CCNA, A+, Server+, i-Net+, Network+, is the author of more than a dozen bestselling computer books. He has over 35 years of IT experience - most recently at a large regional wireless communications company.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 750 pages
• Publisher: Wiley (April 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764548808
• ISBN-13: 978-0764548802
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.4 x 1.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,339,346 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars it will get you certified, May 26, 2002

By A Customer

This review is from: Network+ Certification Bible (With CD-ROM) (Hardcover)

A pretty standard Network+ book. It will get your certified. The only down side with this book is that there are too many authors involved and the writing style changes from chapter to chapter.
I am glad to see they have Ron Gilster and Trevor Kay helping out. If you have some networking knowledge this book is perfect for you.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, August 22, 2002

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Bryan Miles "ez_stone" (Moncks Corner, SC) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Network+ Certification Bible (With CD-ROM) (Hardcover)

I bought this book, along with the Network+ Passport by Mike Meyers and passed the test with no problem. I'm a fan of Gilster's books, and this one didn't disappoint. While the Network+ Passport does a great job of skimming over the basics, this book expanded on topics and covered everything necessary. Since I already had networking experience, I could have passed the test with this book alone. I also thought the test software included was pretty solid.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What I used for the exam and in the classroom., May 28, 2002

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Michael J Woznicki "Michael J Woznicki" (Holland, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Network+ Certification Bible (With CD-ROM) (Hardcover)

What happens when an exam gets updated and you need the latest information? What happens when 5 respected industry experts collaborate on a specific topic? The results were a pleasant surprise and this book may rival any and all other out there today.

Broken down into 4 part this 700 plus page book does in fact cover each and every exam objective for the newest Network+ exam, 002. In part 1, Media and Topologies you learn about the 802 series, 10 vs. 100 series and hardware.

Part 2, Protocols and Standards goes over IP addressing, OSI, TCP/IP, network services, internet, intranet, extranet and VPN, Wan standards like ATM, FDDI, ISDN And SONET.

Part 3 moves through network implementation with discussion about different OSes, and Part 4 covers the operations of the network with utilities like PING, TRACERT and Winipcfg.

There is assessment question, scenarios and labs in each chapter, the scenarios seem too be taken from real life situations, as well as tips and cross references. The cd included comes with a handy subnet calculator, as well as 250 practice questions using the BOSON test engine. Overall a great value for the money.