Binding: Paperback Dewey Decimal Number: 004.6 EAN: 9780764599392 ISBN: 0764599399 Label: For Dummies Manufacturer: For Dummies Number Of Items: 1 Number Of Pages: 864 Publication Date: September 30, 2005 Publisher: For Dummies Sales Rank: 134959 Studio: For Dummies
Product DescriptionIf you're setting up a network at home or creating and managing one for business, there are dozens of things to consider. Networking All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies, 2nd Edition replaces a whole shelf full of reference books with one handy volume that covers just what you need to know. And with technology changing faster than the colors in a rock band’s light show, you'll be glad this updated edition includes the latest information.
Written by Doug Lowe, who's been managing corporate networks for more than 20 years, this helpful guide shows you how to work with all Windows XP service packs as well as Fedora Linux. It's made up of nine minibooks that cover
Networking basics
Building a network
Network administration and security
Troubleshooting and disaster planning
TCP/IP and the Internet
Home networking
Wireless networking
Windows 2003 server reference
Linux reference
If you're a networking newbie, the first two minibooks gives you all the startup information to get your network up and running. If you've already done that, you're probably interested in keeping it running at peak performance. Book IV is loaded with information about finding, diagnosing, and fixing problems you might encounter. Looking for the scoop on keeping your network safe from online bad guys? Check Book III. Want to go wireless? Book VII tells you what you need to know.
In these pages, you’ll find out how to
Plan your network, select interface cards, hubs, and routers, and install all the hardware and software
Set up your network so it’s easy to use but hard to break into
Create a disaster recovery plan
Understand IP addresses, subnetting, routing, DHCP, DNS, and other TCP/IP protocols and tools
Incorporate other gadgets into your home network, including VoIP Internet-based telephone service
Take advantage of the economical Linux networking alternative
Best of all, it's easy to locate what you need. There's even a handy 'cheat sheet' that puts really important information about cabling rules, private IP address ranges, valuable network administration tips, and helpful Web sites at your fingertips. With this book on hand, you’ll experience a net increase in your networking prowess!
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - Too basic
If you dont know anything about network but you dont need take important information about this in your working environment... buy it.
Rating: - met expectations
good book, much like all the others, this one is actually 10 books in one (its pretty thick), I purchased for a quick review of networking. this book met that need, and went into more detail than i needed, such as specific instructions for configuring servers, etc. the last couple of chapters/books weren't applicable to me, so I didn't read them. Otherwise, this is a great book for getting up to speed on the terms and processes around networking, unless you are already a techie in which case it will ... Read More
Rating: - Excellent Book!
This helped me learn a lot and have a grip on things in the avast world of networking, This is the perfect book for beginners and it will help anyone get started. This book touches on all the subjects and gives you a basic view of how everything works from internet protocol,wireless networking, to Linux to server 03, and so on so that you can determine what path you want to specialize in but it also gives you enough info to "get you by" on any hands on project or job that requires it. Those who complain ... Read More
Rating: - Para principiantes... pero no tanto
Si bien estoy en el mundillo de las TI, por mucho tiempo mi contacto con las redes era prácticamente nulo, y los dos últimos años estuve más bien alejado de temas tecnológicos. Este año estoy enfrentándome a estos temas, y el impacto inicial es duro.
Este libro es un excelente comienzo para cada uno de los temas que trata, y a mi modo de ver cubre los principales. Siempre te va a dejar gusto a poco, y vas a tener que recurrir a lecturas adicionales o a Internet, pero su objetivo principal ... Read More
Rating: - Satisfied...
This book has a ton of information. Mostly for the beginner, but veterans in the trade may also benefit. I've only used the book as a reference, but I plan on reading cover to cover.
- Too basic
- Excellent Book!
