Computer Networks (Toronto Academic Press)

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This book presents a comprehensive understanding of the fundamental concepts, principles, and technologies that underpin modern computer networks. It covers a wide range of topics including network architecture, protocols, and standards; data communication; network security; and emerging technologies. The content is structured to guide readers from basic concepts to more advanced topics, ensuring a thorough grasp of both theoretical and practical aspects of computer networking. Case studies and real-world examples are included to illustrate the application of concepts in various networking scenarios. Cover Title Page Copyright About the Author Table of Contents List of Figures List of Tables Preface 1 COMPUTER NETWORKS AND SERVICES Introduction 1.1. Fundamentals of Computer Networking 1.1.1. Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) 1.1.2. Protocol 1.1.3. Network Topology 1.1.4. Unique Identifiers of Network 1.2. Types of Network Services 1.2.1. User Management 1.2.2. Email Management 1.2.3. Printer Sharing 1.2.4. System Administration 1.3. Types of Network 1.3.1. Local Area Networks (LAN) 1.3.2. Personal Area Networks (PAN) 1.3.3. Home Area Networks (HAN) 1.3.4. Wide Area Networks (WAN) 1.3.5. Campus Networks 1.3.6. Metropolitan Area Networks (MAN) 1.3.7. Enterprise Private Networks 1.3.8. Internetworks 1.3.9. Backbone Networks (BBN) 1.3.10. Global Area Networks (GAN) Summary Multiple Choice Questions Review Questions References 2 NETWORK MODEL AND STANDARDIZATION Introduction 2.1. The OSI Model 2.1.1. Application Layer 2.1.2. Presentation Layer 2.1.3. Session Layer 2.1.4. Transport Layer 2.1.5. Network Layer 2.1.6. Data Link Layer 2.1.7. Physical Layer 2.2. Multiplexing and Switching 2.2.1. Types of Multiplexing 2.2.2. Switching 2.2.3. Digital Multiplexers 2.2.4. Digital Demultiplexers 2.2.5. Multiplexers as PLDs 2.3. Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) 2.3.1. TCP Header Format 2.3.2. Connection Establishment and Termination 2.3.3. Sliding Window and Flow Control 2.3.4. Congestion Control 2.4. User Datagram Protocol (UDP) 2.4.1. Protocol Header 2.4.2. TCP over Wireless Links 2.4.3. Characteristics of Wireless Media 2.4.4. TCP Performance Enhancements 2.4.5. Wireless System Evolution and TCP 2.4.6. IP Networks 2.4.7. Network Security and Performance Analysis Summary Multiple Choice Questions Review Questions References 3 LOCAL AREA NETWORK/WIDE AREA NETWORK Introduction 3.1. Local Area Network 3.1.1. The Evolution of LAN 3.1.2. LAN Technology 3.1.3. LAN Applications 3.1.4. Characteristics of a LAN 3.1.5. Devices 3.1.6. Hardware Devices for LAN 3.1.7. LAN Advantages and Services 3.1.8. Protocol 3.1.9. LAN Standards 3.2. Wide Area Network 3.2.1. WAN Protocol 3.2.2. WAN Devices 3.2.3. Connecting Your Wide Area Network (WAN) Devices 3.2.4. WAN Management and Optimization 3.2.5. Types of WAN Connections and how WAN Connections Work 3.2.6. Wide Area Network (WAN) Standard 3.2.7. WAN Port 3.2.8. Build a WAN Summary Multiple Choice Questions Review Questions References 4 INTERNETWORKS 4.1. Principles of Internetworking 4.1.1. Principle 4.1.2. Challenges in Internetworking 4.1.3. Internetwork Addressing 4.1.4. Unit of Internetworking 4.2. Internetwork Architecture 4.2.1. Application Layer 4.2.2 Transport Layer 4.2.3. Internet Layer 4.2.4. Network Access Layer 4.3. IP Addressing and Architecture 4.3.1. Version of IP address 4.3.2. IP Address Types 4.3.3. Types of Website IP address 4.3.4. IP Address Classification Based on Operational Characteristics 4.3.5. IP Addresses Work 4.3.6. Static IP Address 4.3.7. Track and Record IP Addresses 4.3.8. Difference between Public and Private IP Addresses Summary Multiple Choice Questions Review Questions References 5 NETWORKING FOR CLUSTERS Introduction 5.1. Cluster-Based Networks 5.1.1. Cluster Based Network Architectures 5.1.2. Routing in Cluster-Based Networks 5.2. Clustering Protocols 5.2.1. Classification of Clustering Protocols 5.2.2. LEACH Clustering Protocol 5.2.3. Clustering and Routing Protocol for Wireless Sensor Networks 5.2.4. Prepare Cluster Networking Infrastructure 5.3. Networks and Inter-Connection/ Switching Devices 5.3.1. Network Interface Card (NIC) 5.3.2. Repeater 5.3.3. Hub 5.3.4. Bridge 5.3.5. Switch 5.3.6. Router Summary Multiple Choice Questions Review Questions References 6 DISTRIBUTED NETWORK SYSTEMS Introduction 6.1. The Client-Server Model in a Distributed Computing System 6.1.1. Features and Problems of the Client-Server Model 6.1.2. Cooperation between Clients and Servers 6.1.3. Cooperation Type and Chained Server 6.1.4. Multiple Servers 6.2. Extensions to the Client-Server Model 6.2.1. Agents and Indirect Client-Server Cooperation 6.2.2. The Three-Tier Client-Server Architecture 6.3. Service Discovery 6.3.1. Hardwiring Computer Address 6.3.2. Broadcast Approach 6.3.3. Name Server Approach 6.3.4. Broker-Based Location Lookup 6.3.5. Client-Server Interoperability 6.3.6. Client/Server Computing 6.4. Characteristics of a Distributed System 6.4.1. Fault-Tolerant 6.4.2. Scalable 6.4.3. Predictable Performance 6.4.4. Openness 6.4.5. Security 6.4.6. Transparency Summary Multiple Choice Questions Review Questions References 7 WIRELESS NETWORK SECURITY Introduction 7.1. Synopsis of Wireless Technology 7.1.1. Wireless Networks 7.1.2. Wireless Devices 7.1.3. Wireless Security Threats and Risk Mitigation 7.1.4. Emerging Wireless Technologies 7.1.5. Federal Information Processing Standards 7.2. Development of Wireless LANs 7.2.1. Purpose of Wireless LAN 7.2.2. Benefits 7.2.3. Security of 802.11 Wireless LANs 7.2.4. Security Requirements and Threats 7.2.5. Emerging Security Standards and Technologies 7.3. Wireless Personal Area Networks 7.3.1. Bluetooth Technology 7.3.2. Benefits 7.3.3. Security Requirements and Threats Summary Multiple Choice Questions Review Questions References INDEX Back Cover