Networking ─ The Complete Reference

Thoroughly updated for the latest technologies, this is the most comprehensive professional reference available for network professionals who need configure, manage, and secure robust enterprise networks.

Networking The Complete Reference, Third Edition provides in-depth explanations of how to design, set up, and maintain an efficient, cost-effective, and secure networking environment. You’ll get detailed, practical advice on everything from selecting hardware and software to configuring Internet servers—plus coverage of wireless LAN technologies, virtualized networks, and networking in the cloud.

The new edition contains new information on Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, cloud computing, and the latest wireless technologies, and expanded coverage of network security, remote access, network design, and administration and support policies. Security and troubleshooting are also addressed. Tables, diagrams, and flowcharts integrated throughout the book illustrate networking concepts, and captured packets demonstrate the communication processes occurring on a live network. This comprehensive single volume delivers a wealth of both conceptual and technical information on all aspects of networking. You will be able to design, set up, and manage an effective network after completing this book.

• New coverage of the latest technologies—cloud computing, Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, wireless technologies, and more
• A thorough revision of this clearly written and logically organized essential networking guide
• Demonstrates end-to-end IT networking concepts and techniques, complete with methodology, analysis, case examples, and tips—and spans form a beginner to intermediate practitioner level
• Accompanied by a NEW Instructor Resource Kit—author has taught IT topics, including networking, and will create tailored syllabi and full instructor resources

Bobbi Sandberg is a consulting accountant and retired CPA who has been a trainer, instructor, and teacher of all things computer in the Pacific Northwest for more than 40 years. She teaches hardware and software classes, solves hardware and software issues for a number of clients, and keeps networks functional on a regular basis. Bobbi is the author or coauthor of several computer books, including Quicken 2014: The Official Guide, Microsoft Office 2013 QuickSteps, and Computing for Seniors QuickSteps.