A textbook for junior level students in a computer science program who have a minimum of two semesters of programming (through data structures) and a knowledge of precalculus or discrete mathematics. It combines theory and applications in its coverage of all the standard topics found in a typical introductory course in data communications and computer networks. Includes numerous review questions, exercises, and selected case studies. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Book Description
The explosion of the World Wide Web has created greater awareness of computer network functions, abilities and limitations, and has made understanding network fundamentals and data communications essential for any professional. However, the web itself sits atop long established network protocols and standards, many of which have remained stable despite the "web explosion." The Second Edition of Understanding Data Communications and Networks combines a solid and well-respected presentation of data communications/network fundamentals, with important information on the state-of-the-art developments which support the world wide web, including such topics as asynchronous transfer mode (ATM), modems, new topics in encryption and network security, and expanded coverage of LAN operating systems and protocols; specifically, the Netware LAN operating system and TCP/IP and IPv4 WAN protocols, with new coverage of the IPv6 WAN protocol. Dr. Shay presents the fundamentals of data communications and networks, and a wide array of specific applications, at exactly the right level for Junior CS and CIS majors intending to be information systems professionals.