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I appreciate the need for introductions to technical topics, written for non-technical audiences. There is a need for librarians in small institutions to find out about entities such as local area networks without going through network engineering programs. This need is not, however, well served by simplifying the topic until all information is lost. This book does touch on a variety of topics that are important to the installation, setup, use, and maintenance of a small LAN. Appendices at the end of the book may save time in designing forms for those who are somewhat familiar with LAN installation and requirements. The coverage, though, does not extend far enough to serve as an adequate guide for implementation. In addition, the tex... Rest of this review on the detail page
(Review by Rob Slade)
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Stallings work is the definitive textbook on data communications concepts and technologies for networks within a local calling area. This is a "ground up" treatment of the subject, starting with the basic requirements for data communications over distance, and working up to performance issues on the latest high speed networks. The material is suitable for courses which mix theory with the practical. Topics covered include media, protocol architecture, traditional technologies, high speed LANs, wireless communications, performance, bridges, internetworking, and management. Current topics such as fibre and ATM are well covered. (The next generation of the Internet Protocol is not, but is not as important at the level the book covers.)... Rest of this review on the detail page
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This work is probably best suited to the manager responsible for the design of a very large (thousand node and above) network. While students of network communications could also benefit, there is a definite "business" tone to the language. Early chapters look at business case considerations, while the final two cover cost effectiveness and benefits. The material is quite abstract, and does not apply directly to local area networks as most people would think of them. The average small LAN builder is primarily concerned with what NIC (network interface card) and NOS (network operating system) to buy. The book does speak to this, but on a conceptual level. The material is practical, but is not at the "Here, buy this!" level desired b... Rest of this review on the detail page
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The authors have wisely limited the audience for this book. It is an installation and management guide for those who, having no input to the design or purchase of a LAN, are put in charge of a Novell shop. At this level, the book succeeds as a reasonable and logical guide to setup. After a few short chapters on general networking concepts, the book directs you to file servers, workstations, printers, applications, backup and security. A second section covers cabling and access methods briefly. This makes sense in light of the audience of those who have "inherited" a system. Some monitoring and troubleshooting tips end the book. Although there are no surprises for those familiar with the Novell documentation, the organization is appr... Rest of this review on the detail page
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Thoroughly updated to reflect the latest technical changes that have occurred in LAN environments, the Second Edition of this information-packed, fully illustrated handbook features the new developments in software services for LANs, as well as on-going research and improvements in technology. Aimed at all professionals who need to understand the technology, this Second Edition addresses the full spectrum of LAN issues including a complete overview of local areas networks and industry users, an in-depth look at digital communications and error management, topology considerations, LAN control, security issues, practical examples, systems management guidelines, and software and applications.
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