Networking All-in-One For Dummies - Softcover

Lowe, Doug

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470625872 ISBN 13: 9780470625873

Publisher: For Dummies, 2010

Synopsis

The ultimate reference guide for network administrators

Network administrators now have a single, convenient place to turn for all the information they need. Networking All-in-One For Dummies, 4^th Edition is like ten books in one, covering such topics as networking basics, network security, setting up TCP/IP and connecting to the Internet, handling mobile devices, and much more. This valuable book covers all the newest updates and trends, including Windows 7 and Windows Server 2008 R2.

• A single-source reference for network administrators
• Includes ten minibooks: Networking Basics; Building a Network; Network Administration and Security; TCP/IP and the Internet; Wireless Networking; Telecom, Convergence, and Mobile Devices; Windows Server 2008 Reference; Using Other Windows Servers; Linux Networking Reference; and Appendices
• Explores the latest technologies in broadband, storage, and back-up
• Delves into new trends in networking and includes the latest Windows Server 2008 R2 and Windows 7 updates

System administrators will want to keep this practical all-in-one guide within reach.

About this title

About the Author

Doug Lowe is the information technology director for a civil engineering firm and a veteran network manager. He has written several editions of this book and Networking For Dummies, both bestsellers. Doug's 50-plus books have demystified everything from Microsoft Office to creating Web pages.

From the Back Cover

Here's the easy-to-use reference you've wished for — all things network-related in one book!

So you're in charge of a network? That's great — and a great big job! Let this book be your one-stop guide. You'll find out about network standards, popular network operating systems, servers, how to plan and set up a network, security secrets, troubleshooting recommendations, what to do with wireless and mobile networking variations, and much more!

• Networking 101 — start here for the latest in network protocols, standards, hardware, and operating systems

• Building plans — create a plan for your network, install the hardware and server operating system, and explore virtualization technologies

• Safety first — secure your network while keeping it easily accessible for users

• Internet intrigue — work with the all-important TCP/IP protocols and DHCP, FTP, and DNS

• For those on the go — set up and manage networks for iPhone, Android, BlackBerry, and netbook users

• All about servers — install and administer servers using Windows Server 2008 R2, earlier versions of Windows Server, SQL Server 2008, SharePoint 2010, and others

• A line on Linux — see how to install Fedora and set up a Windows-compatible file server and Internet server

Open the book and find:

• What networking is and how it works

• How VMware can help you manage your servers

• Tips on setting up a firewall

• All about TCP/IP tools and commands

• Advice on wireless networking with Bluetooth

• How to manage mobile users

• A handy reference to Windows networking commands

• Dozens of helpful Web sites

9 books in 1

• Networking Basics

• Building a Network

• Network Administration and Security

• TCP/IP and the Internet

• Wireless Networking

• Mobile Networking

• Windows Server 2008 R2 Reference

• Using Other Windows Servers

• Managing Linux Systems

Edition details

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0470625872
• ISBN 13: 9780470625873
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 912