Networking For Dummies - Softcover

Lowe, Doug

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0764504983 ISBN 13: 9780764504983

Publisher: For Dummies, 1999

Synopsis

The latest on Web servers, wireless networks, and file sharing!

Get going with hot tips on creating and managing large or small networks

Whether you want to manage a mega-network, build a small business network, or just connect the PCs down the hall, this guide gives you what you need to know without giving you a headache. From getting started to upgrading to Windows .NET Server, incorporating Macs, and going wireless, it's networking made easy, fast, and fun!

The Dummies Way

• Explanations in plain English
• "Get in, get out" information
• Icons and other navigational aids
• Tear-out cheat sheet
• Top ten lists
• A dash of humor and fun

About this title

Review:

Computers in business environments become exponentially helpful and critical for daily operations when they're linked together in local area networks (LANs) that enable coworkers to share files, Internet access, and valuable resources like printers and plotters. Building a network of IBM-compatible PCs requires careful strategic planning, and Networking for Dummies, Fourth Edition, will help you sort out the technical details as painlessly as possible.

This book helps you figure out whether you need a LAN at all--the author isn't shy about recommending simpler solutions such as printer switches--and then helps you get everything hooked up. Mainly, Lowe describes LANs in an accurate and comprehensive, though somewhat generic, way.

Once it has been determined that you need a network operating system, Lowe describes the characteristics of several good ones (including NetWare 4.2, NetWare 5, Windows NT 4, and LANtastic). He also explains network architectures, cabling systems, and security issues. New to this edition is information on transforming your LAN into an intranet by adapting internal protocols to Internet standards. There's lots of solid information on troubleshooting and optimizing performance too.

Much of the valuable information in Networking for Dummies comes in the form of scenarios. Lowe uses short situations and explains, specifically, what networking hardware and software will be required or beneficial. Find a story that matches your situation and you'll be in business. --David Wall

From the Back Cover:

Covers Windows 98 and NT/2000 plus Novell NetWare

Includes tips and tools for networks of any size

Your guide to building and managing a secure, stable network Whether you're connecting two computers at home or a full-service network for a mid-sized business,this fun and easy do-it-yourself guide will have you hooked up and humming along in no time. From peer-to-peer and client/server basics to the Internet, intranets, security, and troubleshooting, it delivers just what you need to get up to speed.

Discover how to: Build a Windows 98, NT/2000, or NetWare network Cope with cards, cables, and other hardware Share printers and other resources Build a fast, secure Internet connection Manage your network for optimal performance

The Dummies Way™ Explanations in plain English "Get in, get out" information Icons and other navigational aids Tear-out cheat sheet Top ten lists A dash of humor and fun

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About this edition

• Publisher: For Dummies
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0764504983
• ISBN 13: 9780764504983
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 4
• Number of pages: 384