Networking Explained, Second Edition [Paperback]

Michael Gallo (Author), William M. Hancock PhD CISSP CISM (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1555582524 | ISBN-13: 978-1555582524 | Publication Date: December 14, 2001 | Edition: 2

Networking Explained 2E offers a comprehensive overview of computer networking, with new chapters and sections to cover the latest developments in the field, including voice and data wireless networking, multimedia networking, and network convergence.

Gallo and Hancock provide a sophisticated introduction to their subject in a clear, readable format. These two top networking experts answer hundreds of questions about hardware, software, standards, and future directions in network technology.

Wireless networks
Convergence of voice and data
Multimedia networking

Editorial Reviews

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"The charm of Networking Explained is the way it is structured as a sequence of questions and answers...Overall, it is a good example of a book that can be used as quick reference, as well as a compass for finding the way to the right 'deeper' topic." - IEEE Signal Processing Magazine

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Networking Explained, Second Ed. offers a comprehensive overview of computer networking, with new chapters and sections to cover the latest developments in the field, including voice and data wireless networking, multimedia networking, and network convergence. Gallo and Hancock provide a sophisticated introduction to their subject in a clear, readable format. These two top networking experts answer hundreds of questions about hardware, software, standards, and future directions in network technology.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 656 pages
• Publisher: Digital Press; 2 edition (December 14, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1555582524
• ISBN-13: 978-1555582524
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 7.1 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,766,509 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for entry & intermediate levels, October 7, 2000

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D. Dooley "dougefresh" (Belmont, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Networking Explained (Paperback)

I've worked at various high-tech Internet companies like: Nortel Networks, Intel, Cisco Systems, and Inktomi. I am also an instructor and this book is one of the suggested readings for my class "Introduction to the Internet & Data Networking."

The authors' style of Question & Answer development is very helpful for both learning and teaching of entry level and intermediate level users in the networking arenas. The background information on the development of the Internet and many various internetworking technologies are explained in great detail in this book.

If you enjoy talking about the Internet and internetworking, I believe this book is great one to have in your collection.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Networking Explained, November 11, 2001

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Werner Preining (Sanibel Island, Florida USA as his second home, but mainly in Vienna / Austria.) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Networking Explained (Paperback)

This book is a must both for the novice as well as for the seasoned technician. While the new-comer with little subject- knowledge will find even difficult themes well explained, Networking Explained is a very good resource for the professional. It brings technical matters to the point. The question / answer-mode used in the book is an interesting approach to transfer rather difficult knowledge. A must for persons dealing with networks, and certainly worth its money.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book and Easy to Understand, October 27, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Networking Explained (Paperback)

I have numerous netowrking books and Networking Explained is probably the easist to understand. The detail and information contained in the book is very good. The Q&A format is very different and effective. This format makes even a novice understand the information being provided.

Overall this is one book that any network user/administrator or law enforcement personnel should have.(Thanks Bill!)