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Written from the network technician's perspective, this manual covers all the information tested on the Network+ Certification exam—network hardware, software, and troubleshooting. Written by two Network+ certified authors with 10 years of network experience, it features real-world situational examples that follow the exploits of a fictitious network technician, as he encounters the successes and failures commonly associated with computer networks and their operation, and also interacts with many different individuals regarding their networking experiences. Contains highlighted Network+ objectives, performance objectives, Troubleshooting Techniques, Self Tests Questions/Activities, and Review Quizzes A companion CD-ROM contains example programs and files, and a packet capture and decoding tool that allows readers to begin capturing and examining packets right away. Network Topology. Networking Hardware. Ethernet Technology. Token Ring, FDDI, and Other LAN Technologies. Network Design and Troubleshooting Scenarios. Low Level Protocols. The TCP/IP Protocols. IPX/SPX, AppleTalk, and Other Network Protocols. Switching and Routing. Network Management and Security. Electronic Mail. FTP and Telnet. Voice, Video and Other Applications. The Internet. Writing a Network Application. Networking with Windows. Windows NT Domains. Unix and Linux. Other Network Operating Systems. For Network Technicians and IT Specialists.
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This superbly crafted book uses practical examples to show how network technicians accomplish their tasks. Mastering Network+ Certification covers hardware, protocols, applications, and operating systems, and prepares readers to successfully pass the .latest Network+ Certification exam. Every exam objective is thoroughly covered, and icons alert the reader each time an objective is discussed.
The companion lab manual containing hands-on experiments enhances learning and instruction. The accompanying CD-ROM contains ExamGear, an automated testing software designed to simulate the computer-based testing environment used in Network+ Certification exams and tests your knowledge of the material.
Computer networks are everywhere. They span the globe, interconnecting with each other, weaving a web of communication that extends outward to the domain of satellites orbiting above the earth. They fail, they heal themselves, they move staggering amounts of information between distant locations. They are in our schools, our businesses, and even our homes.
The purpose of this textbook is to explain the mystery behind the computer network, its hardware and software components, how it connects with other networks, the services it provides, network design and implementation, and how network problems can be solved. The book prepares the reader to take the latest CompTIA Network+ Certification Exam. This book is suitable for readers and students in computer engineering technology, electrical engineering technology, networking technology, and telecommunications technology programs, corporations, and the government.
Concepts and techniques are presented through actual real-world examples (such as examining all the packets captured while loading a web page or sending e-mail). Where it is appropriate, the Internet is used to explain a new network service or mechanism. This includes heavy use of various sites located on the World Wide Web. In Part III, we describe how many of the networking concepts covered in Part II are used in several network client-server applications, including a virtual reality network maze game (NetMaze), Java applets, and CGI programming examples.
The social aspects of using computer networks in our everyday lives, and their technical challenges, are illustrated through the exploits of Joe Tekk, a fictitious network technician working at a fictitious software company called RWA Software. Joe encounters the successes and failures commonly associated with computer networks and their operation, and also interacts with many different individuals regarding their networking experiences. Students are encouraged to consider the social implications of computer networking whenever possible.
ORGANIZATION OF THIS TEXT
This text is divided into four parts.
Part I: Network Hardware
The basics of computer networking are presented, with a quick overview
Part II: Network Protocols
Wide coverage is provided on many of the typical hardware and software protocols employed in computer networks. These include the popular TCP/IP suite of protocols, the mechanics of switching and routing, network management and security, and the IEEE 802 standards.
Part III: Network Applications
The principles of operation behind many everyday networking applications are presented in this part, including e-mail, FTP, streaming audio and video, and the Internet browser. A working client-server network game (NetMaze) is presented as an example of network programming with Windows sockets.
Part IV: Network Operating Systems
This part covers the networking components of several network operating systems (particularly NT/2000 Server, NetWare, and Mac OS X). The operation of a network domain is examined, as are the details of file and printer sharing, dial-up networking, and setting up a network server.
The chapters in each part all have the same format. Each chapter begins with a list of the Network+ objectives that are covered in the chapter. Look for this icon to indicate where a specific Network+ objective is presented.
Also included at the beginning of the chapters are performance objectives, which indicate what new skills and knowledge will be learned in the course of completing the chapter. The instructor will usually administer the requirements of the performance objectives.
The objectives are followed by a short example of why the material is applicable to computer networking. Joe Tekk, a fictitious employee, is typically used to convey the problem or situation, as shown below.
Joe Tekk has just been hired by RWA Software as its new network technician. His manager was impressed during Joe's job interview by the fact that Joe had read RWA's company literature before the interview. When asked why, Joe said, "I like to be prepared, to know in advance what to expect of a situation."
The main section of each chapter presents all the information needed to perform the exercises and pass the review quiz. This section, the longest section in the chapter, contains important and detailed information.
The next section of each chapter contains a troubleshooting area. Tips, techniques, and actual problems and their solutions are presented.
Next is the self-test section to help the student verify understanding of the material. The self-test is divided into several types of test questions: True/False, Multiple Choice, Completion, and Open-Ended. This makes the test more interesting and more reflective of what needs to be reviewed, and helps present the different types of questions asked during job interviews. Answers to odd-numbered self-test questions are given at the end of the book.
The questions/activities section contains questions about the chapter and helps reinforce important concepts. Where other activities are suggested, the instructor may or may not assign them. These other activities usually include outside assignments to broaden the readers' understanding of the subject.
The last section, the review quiz, restates the performance objectives.
Many different types of troubleshooting tips and helpful facts are sprinkled throughout the text. Look for the following icon in the margin to find these hints for quick reference:
A rich set of appendices provides details on numerous network-related topics, including telecommunications technology, modems, and the process of becoming network certified.
SUPPLEMENTS
Mastering Network+ Certification is supported by the following materials:
- ExamGear, an adaptive test engine on CD-ROM packaged with this text, provides review questions designed to prepare the reader for the Network+ examination.
- Another CD-ROM contains useful example programs and files designed to aid the student in developing and understanding the concepts presented in each part. View the README document (text, Microsoft Word, and HTML formats) to get a detailed description of the companion CD-ROM. The files found on the CD-ROM are indicated by an icon in the text margin
- A companion laboratory manual (ISBN: 0-13-112141-3) provides hands-on experiments for each exercise.
- An instructor's manual is available, which contains teaching suggestions, sample syllabi and tests, and other helpful items.
- Prentice-Hall Test Manager, an instructor's supplement on CD-ROM, allows the instructor to create customized tests. Contact your Prentice Hall representative for more information.
- CourseCompass and BlackBoard, on-line course delivery systems that can be used in conjunction with the book. Contact your local Prentice Hall representative for more information, or go to
http://cms.prenhall.com.
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- PublisherNew Riders Pub
- Publication date2002
- ISBN 10 0130970549
- ISBN 13 9780130970541
- BindingHardcover
- Number of pages800
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