Introductory guide to packet-level analysis and troubleshooting of TCP/IP networks. This book defines the typical packet structures seen on a TCP/IP network (IP, UDP/IP, TCP/IP, ICMP, ARP structures) as well as the field structures and functionality of these basic packets. The book also defines the most effective tools for troubleshooting TCP/IP networks. Includes chapter tests and several trace files for practice.
Many folks know me as a slightly hyperactive presenter and "Glenda, the Good Witch." After taking a break from writing for a while, I'm now back in the swing of things - with drafts of writing projects cluttering up by office space. We'll see if they get edited down to a business-card worth of writing - depends on the "Margarita count."
Here's the basic bio:
Laura Chappell is a highly-energetic speaker and author of numerous industry titles on network communications, analysis and security. Laura has presented to thousands of State, Federal and international law enforcement officers, judicial members, engineers, network administrators, technicians and developers.
Ms. Chappell is a member of the High Technology Crime Investigation Association (HTCIA) and an Associate Member of the Institute for Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) since 1989. Her blend of humor, personal experiences, energy and clarity have earned her a top spot as an industry speaker at Microsoft, Novell, Hewlett-Packard, High Technology Crime Investigation Association and US Court conferences.
In 2007, Ms. Chappell founded Wireshark University, an educational firm devoted to teaching the art of wiretapping/communications interception, network forensics, digital deception and decoys, traceback and reconnaissance.
Laura's network analysis, troubleshooting and security training is available online through the All Access Pass at chappellU.com and through customized online/onsite analysis and training.
Clients: Ms. Chappell's clients include the US Navy, US Arsenal, US Appeals Court, Hong Kong Police Department, Lockheed Martin, Cisco Systems, IBM Corporation, Microsoft Corporation, Sutherland Asbill & Brennan, LLP, United Bank of Switzerland, Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco, McAfee Corporation, Symantec Corporation, Northern Indiana Power Company, CapitalOne Financial Services, City of Canberra (Australia), Macau Police Department, Australian High Tech Crime Centre, Fidelity National Information Services, the City of San Francisco and several unnamed Federal agencies.
