Data Communications and Computer Networks

For Computer Scientists and Engineers

Michael Duck, Richard Read

436 pages, parution le 16/05/2003 (2^eme édition)

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Résumé

A broad introductory text written for computer scientists and engineers, focusing on the fundamental aspects of data communications and computer networks. This second edition has been thoroughly revised to cover current networking issues and technologies. Specific updates include those on networks and their management, transmission technologies, security and encryption.

This text is appropriate for modular courses in data communications as well as computer science. It is also a useful source for professionals in related disciplines.

Key features of this edition

Unique and accessible overview of networking
Includes modern networking issues - management, security and encryption
Enhanced treatment of core network technologies including ATM and SDH/SONET
New chapter on TCP/IP
Focuses on the engineering aspects of data communications
Covers international standards, with emphasis on those for Europe and North America
Numerous worked examples designed to improve the understanding of key principles

Contents

Introduction
Data communications
Information theory
Error control
Data link control
Modems
Access networks
Transport networks
Introduction to local area networks
LAN standards
High-speed LANs and metropolitan area networks
Packet-switched and frame relay networks
Asynchronous transfer mode
Internetworking
Internet protocols
Network management

Appendices
Glossary
Bibliography
Index

L'auteur - Michael Duck

Michael Duck is a professional engineer at Nortel Networks, UK.

L'auteur - Richard Read

Richard Read is a Senior Lecturer in Computer Communications at Middlesex University and a freelance consultant.

Caractéristiques techniques

	PAPIER
Éditeur(s)	Pearson
Auteur(s)	Michael Duck, Richard Read
Parution	16/05/2003
Édition	2^eme édition
Nb. de pages	436
Format	17,3 x 23,5
Couverture	Broché
Poids	740g
Intérieur	Noir et Blanc
EAN13	9780130930477
ISBN13	978-0-13-093047-7