Computer Network Basics Tutorial: University Textbook · Computer Science and Technology

Author: Kang Hui
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Publish Date: 2005-11-01
Features:
This book emphasizes the cultivation of theoretical foundations, systematically elaborating on the fundamental knowledge involved in computer networks, making it suitable for students to learn step by step.
It highlights the core technologies of computer networks, with close integration of theory and application.
It focuses on Internet applications and network new technologies, demonstrating strong practicality.
The book is divided into three parts, totaling 10 chapters.
Part 1 (Chapters 1-6) emphasizes concepts and principles, systematically describing computer networks and their foundational knowledge, such as: fundamentals of data communication, the development and architecture of computer networks, the physical layer, data link layer, network layer, and transport layer.
Part 2 (Chapters 7-9) combines theoretical knowledge with application, introducing topics such as the application layer, local area networks, network interconnection, network operating systems, network security, and network management in sequence.
Part 3 (Chapter 10) provides a relatively comprehensive introduction to some practical and new technologies in computer networks.
Each chapter is followed by exercises.
This book can serve as a textbook for undergraduate students in computer science and technology, as well as for undergraduates in other disciplines. It can also be used as a reference for network engineering professionals and network enthusiasts.