Computer Networking First-Step

Computer Networking First Step is an accessible, easy to understand introduction to the language of the Internet. While not everyone needs to understand how to configure a router, many people are setting up Local Area Networks in their own homes, utilizing routing protocols to access the Internet, and installing Firewalls to protect their computers. These consumers of internetworking technology and aspiring network administrators need a starting point to gain a handle on the often-cryptic acronyms and terminology of the Internet. This book is the perfect companion for these non-technical users, whether they plan to continue on with their study of internetworking or simply need a foundation understanding of the concepts to help them at home or on the job. Computer Networking First Step assumes no previous knowledge of networking whatsoever. Divided into six parts, the book provides an overview of each of the major components of modern networks, including networking basics, Local Area Networks (LANs), routing, addressing, Wide Area Networks (WANs) and remote access, and finally, security. Each chapter introduces a topic, defines terms and functions, and puts those functions in the context of a typical network operation. Explanations are clear and concise, and figures and analogies are used liberally to convey and illustrate concepts. Each chapter opens with a specific set of learning objectives and concludes with a chapter summary and chapter review.

Talking about the world of computer networking, this book helps you to: learn basic networking terminology; understand how information is routed from place to place; explore Internet connectivity secrets; and build local-area networks (LANs). It takes you on a tour of the core technologies that make up network and Internet traffic.

Your first step into the world of computer networking

• No experience required
• Includes clear and easily understood explanations
• Makes learning easy

Your first step to computer networking begins here!

• Learn basic networking terminology
• Understand how information is routed from place to place
• Explore Internet connectivity secrets
• Protect your computer from intrusion
• Build local-area networks (LANs)

Welcome to the world of networking!

Networking and the Internet touch our lives in untold ways every day. From connecting our computers together at home and surfing the net at high speeds to editing and sharing digital music and video, computer networking has become both ubiquitous and indispensable.

No experience needed!

Computer Networking First-Step explains the basics of computer networking in easy-to-grasp language that all of us can understand. This book takes you on a guided tour of the core technologies that make up network and Internet traffic. Whether you are looking to take your first step into a career in networking or are interested in just gaining a conversational knowledge of the technology, this book is for you!