Absolute Beginner's Guide to Networking

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Absolute Beginner's Guide to Networking explores the world of computer networking. You will learn about the standards for networking personal computers and become familiar with the leading network operating systems. You will also learn to work with networking protocols such as TCP/IP and how to work with IP addressing issues and subnetting. You will also gain insight into the process of building computer networks and providing data and print resources for your network users. Information on creating a Web presence and deploying different types of network servers is also covered. This book will take you from user to network administrator as you explore its pages. Absolute Beginner's Guide to Networking provides you with the basics of networking personal computers and helps you get your network up and running no matter the desktop or server platform. * Learn the difference between peer-to-peer and server-based networking. Decide what kind of network works best for you. * Learn about network architectures and the different media used to connect computers, such as copper wire and wireless radio technology. * Become familiar with network operating systems such as MicrosoftR WindowsR Server 2003, Red HatR Linux, and NovellR NetWareR 6. * Find out how to safeguard network data and protect your network from viruses and outside attack. * Learn the basics of troubleshooting a network and how to approach network communications problems.