Networking The Complete Reference, Third Edition

The most comprehensive, current guide to networkingBuild and administer high-performance networks of all sizes-from small home systems to enterprise internetworks-using the practical information in this detailed resource. Thoroughly revised to cover the latest technologies, Networking: The Complete Reference, Third Edition offers concise explanations, start-to-finish deployment plans, real-world examples, and expert tips.Find out how to select a networking protocol, connect devices, set up wireless LANs and WANs, configure Internet servers, virtualize your network, and migrate to the cloud. Cutting-edge backup, tuning, and security techniques are fully explained. Filled with proven solutions to a wide array of networking issues, this comprehensive guide is ideal for beginners and seasoned IT professionals alike. Design, configure, and administer wireless and wired networksWork with interface cards, hubs, routers, switches, and repeatersUnderstand Ethernet, Token Ring, TCP/IP, and IPX protocolsBuild wireless LANs using WiFi, IEEE 802.11, and Bluetooth technologyDeploy server clusters, multiprocessors, and Fibre Channel connectionsDeliver Web, FTP, e-mail, and Active Directory servicesImplement a cloud-based network infrastructureSet up, configure, and manage virtual networksHandle troubleshooting and network securityConnect Macintosh and Unix systems to Windows networks