TCP/IP Addressing, Second Edition: Designing and Optimizing your IP Addressing Scheme - Softcover

Graham, Buck

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0122950216 ISBN 13: 9780122950216

Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann, 2000

Synopsis

Buck Graham's authoritative work-still the only book devoted entirely to TCP/IP addressing-will now be available in a second edition, revised and updated to reflect the latest changes in networking technology.
This book will cover all the fundamentals presented in the first edition, including the ABCs of routing and addressing, optimization, and special routing techniques for Internet-connected networks, as well as the new advances affecting TCP/IP addressing, including the rise of ATM, the emergence of address management tools, and changes to relevant protocols.
* A comprehensive, nuts-and-bolts resource for networking professionals and students alike.
* Presents information essential to any network-intensive organization.
* Fully updated to answer pressing questions about recent advances affecting TCP/IP addressing, including the rise of ATM, the emergence of address management tools, and changes to relevant protocols.
* Offers detailed coverage of techniques relating to Internet connectivity and intranet implementations.

About this title

From the Back Cover

Buck Graham's authoritative work is now available in this second edition, revised and updated to reflect the latest changes in networking technology. Written as an introduction for novices and a concise reference for seasoned professionals, this is the only book devoted entirely to establishing and maintaining an efficient IP addressing scheme.

Master the Fundamentals

You'll find complete coverage of all TCP/IP addressing fundamentals, including IP subnetting and addressing issues pertaining to network devices, routing, and common network topologies. All chapters conclude with practice questions that reinforce what you learn.

Assess Your Organization's Needs

Emphasizing careful needs assessment, Graham shows you how to take into account special issues such as Internet connectivity, route table efficiency, and high utilization. With his help, you'll devise the addressing scheme that meets current needs and will keep pace with network growth.

Tackle Advanced Issues

Finally, you get expert instruction that helps you tackle advanced TCP/IP addressing challenges-including IP multicast, mobile IP, and techniques supported by the latest version of the Internet Protocol, IPv6.

Learn How Recent Advances Affect Your Addressing Scheme

• ATM and frame relay networking
  
• Remote Access and RADIUS-administered addressing
  
• Concise IPv6 coverage
  
• World-wide addressing system administration changes
  
• Mobility support in IPv4 and IPv6
  
• IP multicast addressing and techniques

About the Author

Buck Graham is employed by Ericsson as a senior network consultant in the Data Backbone and Optical Networks business unit. He holds a Master of Science degree in Telecommunications from the University of Colorado and an undergraduate degree from the United States Naval Academy. Buck has been instrumental in the design of many TCP/IP networks including those at Wal-Mart and Western Auto. Buck lives with his wife and children in Danville, Kentucky.

Edition details

• Publisher: Morgan Kaufmann
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0122950216
• ISBN 13: 9780122950216
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 455