Data Network Handbook: An Interactive Guide to Network Architecture and Operations

Data Network Handbook An Interactive Guide to Network Architecture and Operations Kenneth Reed If you need to get up-to-speed quickly on data networks, this is the package for you! Designed as a basic text for in-house training programs, a teaching tool for academic instructors, and a handy reference for information professionals, Data Network Handbook provides you with a comprehensive, practical understanding of what makes up a network and how it works. Data Network Handbook offers you:

• A thorough understanding of network topics including current technology and emerging trends
• Quick reference and self-testing materials for learning and review
• Materials for preparing your own presentations on networking—all in one clear, concise book and CD package!

The package is a one-of-a-kind reference and learning resource. The book contains everything you need to know about networks, while the CD offers a wealth of tools and software that will further your understanding of network architecture and operations. More About the CD: Includes:

• Interactive tutorials on major network topics with review questions and tools
• Analyses of various networks
• Diagrams for 20 different network configurations
• A database of over 2,800 networking terms
• Microsoft PowerPoint presentations of major topics

Kenneth Reed is a Senior Engineering Manager at McData Corporation in Broomfield, Colorado, and an instructor in Data Communications at Regis University and the University of Colorado, Denver.