Router Principles and Applications

Author: Wei Liang
Publisher:
Publish Date: 2005-10-01
Features: This book provides a comprehensive description of the principles, technologies, and implementation requirements of routers, which are the core devices of the Internet. It briefly introduces the positioning and functional requirements of router devices in the Internet, with a focus on related protocols such as RIP, OSPF, ISIS, BGP, MPLS, and multicast. Additionally, it covers router technologies, including working principles, structural development, functional modules, software, and quality of service. The book also discusses general implementation requirements for routers, IPv4 and IPv6 implementation requirements, networking for management, security, and testing, as well as the current status and advancements of routers. This book is characterized by its novel content, rich material, and strong practicality, reflecting the current technical status, progress, and development trends of router devices. It is suitable for a broad range of engineering professionals working in communication, networking, and computer technology, as well as for students and faculty in university-level network communication and computer science programs as teaching materials or reference books. It can also be used as a textbook for relevant training courses.