Networking Technologies: A Complete Guide to Passing the Novell Cne Exam (McGraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications) [Paperback]

Andres Fortino (Author), Arnold Villeneuve (Author)

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Publication Date: June 1996 | ISBN-10: 0079123120 | ISBN-13: 978-0079123121

This guide, based on the authors' course, provides coverage of the technologies used in local, metropolitan and wide area networks. It forms a complete course for networking professionals seeking to pass the Networking Technologies exam, required as part of the Novell CNE certificate. This pack includes a CD-ROM featuring resource lists, pertinent requests for comment and CNE test questions.

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A complete tutorial on Novell's CNE Networking Technologies exam-packed with practical information and study tools From the developers of Learning Tree International's successful course on networking technologies, this all-inclusive resource will help you pass the Novell Certified NetWare Engineer Networking Technologies exam. You'll get easy-to-understand explanations of all the technical information you need to know, as well as a full arsenal of effective study weapons, including a CD-ROM with sample test questions. The technologies and standards used in local, metropolitan, and wide-area networks are all covered in detail-not just for Novell networks, but also networks running on Microsoft, UNIX, Banyan, and IBM LAN Server platforms. Fortino and Villeneuve demystify protocols, networking terminology, network management issues, and more. You'll also find hundreds of helpful illustrations, checklists, and forms throughout. On the value-packed CD-ROM, you'll find over 200 MB of valuable resource information, including: Sample test questions and answers; Related Request for Comments documents (RFCs) and NetWare Frequently asked Questions (FAQs); An OSI model and protocol family tutorial; An electronic network protocol reference database; Valuable lists of additional resources. Information-packed appendices supply you with a glossary of terms and acronyms, addresses of standard organizations, a graphical layout of protocols, and more.

Product Details

• Paperback: 560 pages
• Publisher: Computing Mcgraw-Hill (June 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0079123120
• ISBN-13: 978-0079123121
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,156,968 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Somewhat useful but incomplete, July 1, 1998

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This review is from: Networking Technologies: A Complete Guide to Passing the Novell Cne Exam (McGraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications) (Paperback)

I purchased this book for self study in preparation for the Novell exam for Networking Technologies (050-147). Although advertised as a "complete" guide to passing the exam, I found that it lacked some information and was confusing about other information. Even though most of the information needed was in the book, it was arranged in a different way than Novell presents it in their official courses. The editing was the worst feature of this book. With better editing, it probably would have been a very adequate book. However, much of the content appeared to have been a free form discourse, often changing subjects or concepts in the same paragraph. As with many other books, there were actual factual errors, but none that would cause irreparable harm. The book also gives too much information in some places. For example, it goes into detail about the makup of the frame types for different protocols. This information may be interesting but is not needed for the Novell exam. Novell's CNE Study Guide for Core Technologies written by David Clark is a much better reference for preparing for the exam. In addition, it also covers material for the Service and Support exam. On the plus side, the tables listing specific points about concepts were helpful. I ended up using this book as a backup reference to clarify some concepts and add to information from other sources. However, I don't consider this book a stand alone source for exam preparation.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars OK for general reference, not adequate for CNE test, November 3, 1999

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This review is from: Networking Technologies: A Complete Guide to Passing the Novell Cne Exam (McGraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications) (Paperback)

I bought this book in preparation for the CNE test, and found that it was not as useful as I had hoped. My main criticism of the book was the totally inadequate index. When studying for the CNE, one wants to be able to reference specific items such as acronyms quickly, and this is almost impossible with the index provided. The book claims to be geared toward studying for the CNE test, but many concepts covered in great detail in the book are not covered by the test. As a backup reference, the book is adequate, but not as a stand alone guide, in my humble opinion.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Networking Technologies exam made easy!, April 9, 2000

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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: Networking Technologies: A Complete Guide to Passing the Novell Cne Exam (McGraw-Hill Series on Computer Communications) (Paperback)

Most of the computer books I have reviewed are in 4 categories, PCs, CompTIA certifications, Microsoft Certification or Cisco Routers. This is the first Novell book I have reviewed and I think Novell Networking Technologies has never been covered better.

Passing any exam is a difficult task, so when you have an opportunity to get some help, and this book will be a major help, you need to take it. The authors cover the exam objective is detail and the information is first rate.

The 500 plus page book covers networks. Media, hardware, standards, models, protocols, OSI model, protocol suites and network management. There is a practice test at the end of each chapter and appendicles that cover a variety of topics you'll need to know about.

The included cd-rom is a great addition to the book, with tutorials, quiz software, and practice CNE exams and so much more. If you're serious about becoming a CNE, than do yourself a favor and get a copy of this book. Remember the first step is always the hardest.