Local Area Network Setup and Maintenance Examples (Includes Disc)

Author: Zhang Fengxiang
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book focuses on concrete examples of local area network (LAN) setup as the main structure, with detailed and comprehensive implementation processes as the branches, providing an in-depth introduction to various common and practical LAN setup solutions. To facilitate readers in learning LAN setup knowledge progressively, the book is divided into three parts following the principle of gradual progression: Part 1 is the Basics, which primarily introduces introductory knowledge of LAN setup, including fundamental background knowledge of LANs, related knowledge of major network devices, and the setup of basic LAN servers. Part 2 is the Improvement, which elaborates in detail on the setup processes of common practical LANs such as commercial internet cafes, dormitory networks, research laboratory networks, multimedia classrooms, and corporate internal networks. Part 3 is the Expertise, which introduces the detailed setup processes of advanced next-generation LANs, including IPv6 LANs, diskless LANs, virtual private networks (VPNs), and wireless LANs. Readers can decide whether to learn the book progressively based on their actual needs or directly consult the LAN setup examples they require. This book can serve as a reference for technical personnel engaged in network installation, configuration, and maintenance, as well as a teaching material for various colleges and universities.