Applied Data Communications: A Business-Oriented Approach - Hardcover

Goldman, James E.

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Synopsis

This practical introduction to data communications takes a "top down" approach that starts by first determining business objectives and then developing a system to meet those objectives. Updated throughout, the second edition features new coverage of network security, network management, enterprise networking and the Internet, Remote Access, and Wireless Networking. The business cases have been updated and more examples and actual networking problems have been added.

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From the Publisher

Uses a practical approach to begin analysis by identifying the business model constraints and objectives, then applying this information to the design of systems. Introduces key thinking models such as the top down and Input Processing Output models used throughout the text as tools for effective data communications and networking analysis and design. Includes numerous business cases, technology reviews and selected articles from professional periodicals. Generously endowed with diagrams illustrating actual implementations and potent applications of networking technology.

From the Back Cover

LEARN HOW TO DO DATA COMMUNICATIONS!

Updated to reflect the latest developments in the field, Goldman & Rawles's business-oriented approach shows you how to do modern data communications design, rather than just reading about it. The text guides you through the analysis, design, implementation, and management of local area networks, internetworks, wide area networks, and voice communications. You'll learn how to apply data communications and networking technologies to solve real business problems and exploit business opportunities.

Key Features

  • Updated content that reflects the latest theory and technology.
  • A business-first, problem-solving approach that starts with the overall business problem, and shows how technology can solve the problem.
  • Process-oriented thinking models, including the top-down model, input-processing-output model, OSI model, and the client0-server architecture model.
  • A careful balance of business and technology information, including both hands-on technical information and plenty of real-world business examples.

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ISBN 10:  0471346403 ISBN 13:  9780471346401
Publisher: Wiley, 2004
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