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Written by leading authorities in optical networking, this book explores wide area wavelength-division multiplexing now that commercial deployment is at hand. After an overview of the enabling technology, the authors focus on methodologies for network analysis, control, design, and protection from a layered multiwavelength network architecture point of view. The book presents four architecture categories, in increasing order of complexity: -- Shared channel networks, which use optical multiplexing and multiple access to provide multipoint connectivity on a static optical layer -- Wavelength-routed networks, which use optical switching to provide point-to-point connectivity over a reconfigurable optical layer Linear lightwave networks, whic... Rest of this review on the detail page
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This wise and informative book explains how grassroots networks can be implemented at little cost in a socially directed way. As a founding member of the Seattle Community Network--one of the first and most innovative free networking projects in the world--Schuler provides great practical advice with a refreshing dose of social conscience. (Note that this is actually a paperback edition of this volume -- Amazon.com)
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There's a lot of hype among politicians about putting a net connection into every classroom, but precious little discussion about what that would accomplish. The author/educators of Netlearning finally ask the right question: Why? Their answer is that the net enables students to learn by doing and offers access to vast resources that no school could afford on its own. Just as important is the collaboration and support teachers from all over the globe can offer each other. Despite technical glitches and limited funds for technology plans, these teachers are getting a handle on what works. Case studies and suggested projects round out this volume and make it a must-read for anyone wondering about the value of the net in classrooms.
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Part one of the book provides a very useful introduction and overview of network management by following, and explaining, the ISO categories of fault, configuration, performance, security and accounting management. This acts as a tutorial for those who are becoming involved in the activity for the first time, and will likely broaden the view of those who may have been performing the functions for some time without formal training. The review of network management protocols in part two is more technical, although not right down to a programming level. It covers SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) and version 2, as well as the less commonly implemented OSI CMIS/CMIP (Common Management Information Services/Protocol). Part three lo... Rest of this review on the detail page
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For simple network file and print services, the Network File System (NFS) protocol is a basic cross-platform utility. Frequently referenced in networking texts, NFS is often not covered in detail. This work makes good that shortfall. Chapter one provides a history, including a kind of family tree of previous protocols. External Data Representation (XDR), explained in chapter two, is the data format used by NFS. Open Network Computing (ONC) Remote Procedure Calls (RPC) are outlined in chapter three. Chapter four discusses the various levels available for RPC authentication. The file system model and file/path name considerations, are covered in chapter five. Chapters six and seven detail the functions of NFS 2 and 3 respectively. C... Rest of this review on the detail page
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