Design a bulletproof computer network and discover how you can master the powerful technologies that keep the internet running.
Do you want to discover how to build a fast, high-speed computer network from the ground up? Are you searching for a practical DIY guide to the intricacies of network protocols, security, and more? Or are you looking for an easy way to manage your computer network and keep it safe from attackers? Then this book is for you.
With our modern world becoming increasingly interconnected, learning how to build computer networks has never been a more valuable skill. Whether you want to design LAN or WAN networks for your business, home, work, or hobbies, computer networking provides a wide range of career opportunities for anybody who is searching for a lucrative and in-demand field.
Specially written for the non-tech-savvy user, this concise and comprehensive handbook reveals how you can design, implement, and manage any computer network. Inside, you’ll discover the essential hardware that forms the backbone of a computer network, the must-know protocols that keep everything running smoothly, and how you can effectively secure your network to protect it from malicious users.
Divided into 3 unique books that aim to give you a complete overview of the fundamentals behind networking, the Computer Networking Bible shares easy-to-digest advice and straightforward explanations, so that you can build your confidence and learn at your own pace as you deepen your knowledge of the essential technologies you use every day.
Here’s just a little of what you’ll discover inside
A Beginner-Friendly Guide To The Must-Have Hardware Behind Your Everyday Computer Network
Demystifying Internet Protocols – From TCP/IP To DNS, DHCP & VPNs
Practical Steps For Designing Your Network Plan & Topology
How Networks Fail – A Common-Sense Guide To Troubleshooting & Securing Your Network
Expert Network Optimization Strategies For Instantly Boosting Your Netwo
Author(s): Rick Worley
Publisher: Independently published
Year: 2023
Language: English
Pages: 151
Introduction
PART I: NETWORKING FUNDAMENTALS
Chapter 1: Networking Models and Standards
OSI Model
TCP/IP Model
Ethernet Standards
Wireless Standards
Chapter 2: Network Devices and Topologies
Routers
Switches
Hubs
Topologies (Star, Bus, Mesh, Ring, Hybrid)
Chapter 3: Network Protocols and Services
IP Addressing and Subnetting
DNS (Domain Name System)
DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
NAT (Network Address Translation)
VPN (Virtual Private Network)
FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)
SMTP (Simple Mail Transfer Protocol)
TCP (Transmission Control Protocol)
UDP (User Datagram Protocol)
Chapter 4: Wireless Networking
Wireless Standards (802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax)
Wireless LAN Architecture
Wireless Security and Authentication
Wireless Site Survey
PART II: BUILDING AND MANAGING NETWORKS
Chapter 1: Network Design and Planning
Understanding Network Requirements
Choosing the Right Network Architecture
Creating a Network Plan
Chapter 2: Network Implementation and Maintenance
Installing Network Devices
Configuring Network Devices
Network Troubleshooting
Network Monitoring and Optimization
Chapter 3: Network Security and Management
Understanding Network Security Threats
Network Security Protocols and Technologies
Network Access Control and Authorization
Network Performance Management
Chapter 4: Network Virtualization
Network Virtualization Basics
Types of Network Virtualization
Benefits and Challenges of Network Virtualization
Chapter 5: Network Automation
Introduction to Network Automation
Network Automation Tools and Technologies
Benefits of Network Automation
Chapter 6: Network Performance Optimization
Network Performance Metrics
Network Traffic Management
QoS (Quality of Service)
WAN Optimization
Chapter 7: Network Scalability and Resilience
Network Scalability
Network Resilience
Network Scalability Strategies
High Availability and Redundancy
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
PART III: ADVANCED NETWORKING TOPICS
Chapter 1: Cloud Computing and Networking
Cloud Computing Models
Software as a Service (SaaS)
Platform as a Service (PaaS)
Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS)
Cloud Deployment Models
Public Cloud
Private Cloud
Hybrid Cloud
Community Cloud
Cloud Networking Architectures
Cloud Networking Challenges and Solutions
Chapter 2: Software-Defined Networking (SDN)
SDN Architecture and Components
SDN Controller
Network Devices
SDN Applications
Benefits of SDN
SDN Use Cases
Data Center Networking
Network Function Virtualization (NFV)
Traffic Engineering
Security and Monitoring
SDN Challenges and Solutions
Interoperability and Standardization
Security Concerns
Scalability and Performance
Migration and Integration
Chapter 3: Internet of Things (IoT) Networking
IoT Architecture and Components
IoT Devices
IoT Gateways
IoT Platforms
IoT Networking Protocols and Standards
Zigbee
Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE)
LoRaWAN
5G and IoT
IoT Security and Privacy Considerations
Chapter 4: Networked Applications and Services
Client-Server Architecture
Model Overview
Client and Server Roles
Client-Server Communication
Web Applications and Services
Distributed Applications and Services
Cloud Services
Chapter 5: Network Programming and APIs
Network Programming Languages
Python
Java
C++
Network APIs and SDKs
Network Automation with Programming
Automation Use Cases
Network Automation Frameworks and Tools
Chapter 6: Network Monitoring and Analytics
Network Monitoring Tools and Techniques
Network Analytics and Data Visualization
Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence for Network Monitoring
Network Monitoring Challenges and Solutions
Conclusion
