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An absolute gem of a reference guide,
Cisco TCP/IP Routing Professional Reference brings the empyreal realm of routers and protocols solidly to earth. The author provides excellent analogies coupled with practical tips, making this book suitable for those new to the strange terrain of Cisco routers and TCP/IP networking as well as for the seasoned pro. It also boasts what may be the clearest explanation we've encountered of the seven-layer Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model, an oft-repeated instance in which the author nimbly avoids technobabble.
The first two chapters lay the groundwork for operating Cisco routers within the context of the TCP/IP protocol suite and are absolute must-reads for networking novices. From there, he dives headlong into such nitty-gritty subjects as configuring Cisco routers and implementing popular WAN technologies like Frame Relay and ISDN.
The book wraps up with two exceedingly practical chapters: the first examines how to build a TCP/IP router-based network and covers such key issues as management and security; the second is devoted exclusively to troubleshooting. Not only does the author break down troubleshooting OSI layer by OSI layer, but he also liberally sprinkles the text with practical advice. A shining installment, Cisco TCP/IP Routing Professional Reference marks yet another entry in McGraw-Hill's rapidly improving catalog of computing titles. --Sarah L. Roberts-Witt
Product Description
The latest info for implementing TCP/IP over Cisco routers
Thoroughly updated and expanded, Cisco TCP/IP Professional Reference, Third Edition, by Chris Lewis, gives you all the latest information on Cisco's next generation of routers, including sections on Cisco 700, 800, 1600, 1700, 2600, 3600, 7100, 7200, and 7500. Plus clear, step-by-step instructions for every aspect of running TCP/IP over Cisco routers. All configuration examples reflect implementation on a 2600 platform with IOS version 11.0 or 12.0, as appropriate. New sections address VPN implementation, management and security...IOS firewall features...and Cisco security scanning. You're shown how to support popular legacy networks... build a TCP/IP router-based network, from determining your objectives to putting together the sample internetwork...and tackle troubleshooting issues. There's no more comprehensive resource available anywhere!
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