Networking By Example

• Networking by Example is unique in its liberal use of detailed photographs that show exactly what you need to do
• While the majority of networking books on shelves are increasingly outdated, Networking by Example offers the most up-to-the-minute networking concepts
• Barry and Marcia Press are experienced, well-known authors with over 25 years of computer networking experience

Table of contents

Introduction

Part 1: Network Basics

1: Why Have a Network?

2: Kinds of Networks

3: Understanding and Evaluating Network Services

Part II: Building Your Network

4: Picking Your LAN Cable Technology and Speed

5: Installing Your LAN Wiring

6: Picking and Installing Your LAN Adapters

Part III: Setting Up Your Network Software

7: Network Software-Protocol Stacks and Applications

8: Configuring Your System Software

9: Sharing Fixed Drives and Setting Access Controls

10: Network Backup

Part IV: Using Your Network

11: Sharing Printers and Fax

12: Sharing an Internet Connection

13: Collaboration and Multiplayer LAN Games

Part V: Getting the Most From Your Network

14: Advanced Internet Access

15: Evaluating Network Performance

16: Enhancing Your Network

17: Troubleshooting Network Problems

Index