Networking: Enterprise Network Routing and Switching Architecture Design

Author: Berkowitz (USA)
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Publish Date: 2000-08-01
Features: This book provides an in-depth introduction to the design of enterprise network switching and routing architectures, with systematic and rich content that is highly helpful for successfully designing and operating enterprise networks. The book is divided into five parts. Part 1 introduces standardized network design methods, focusing on how to qualitatively and quantitatively analyze customer requirements. Part 2 covers the working principles of switches and routers, as well as switching and routing technologies, including forwarding and routing, dynamic routing mechanisms, and the interaction between hosts and routing/switching. Part 3 focuses on how to establish architectures and build entirely new networks, including how to integrate switching and routing technologies, fault tolerance, and network management. Part 4 discusses methods for implementing and deploying networks, i.e., how to utilize the defined architecture for detailed subsystem design. Part 5 introduces emerging technologies and new approaches in enterprise network core. This book is suitable for professionals with a certain foundation and experience in networking, especially network designers, engineers, and operators. Aspiring individuals who wish to further become network professionals, as well as professionals seeking a systematic understanding of switching and routing technologies, graduate students, and others, can also refer to this book.