Data Communication and Networks - Classic Original Book Collection (English Version, 4th Edition)

Author: (USA) Forouzan
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
Features: This book continues Forouzan's consistent style, comprehensively explaining network technology and its applications in an easy-to-understand manner. Since its first edition was introduced in China, it has had a significant impact on network course teaching and has been adopted as a textbook by many top universities. It has also become a key reference for the network course entrance exams for doctoral programs at Tsinghua University and the Chinese Academy of Sciences. The book is structured around the Internet's five-layer model, employing vivid and intuitive descriptions to detail the fundamental knowledge, concepts, principles, and practical methods in the fields of data communication and networking. It is considered a classic in the field of data communication and networking. Additionally, one of the book's key features is its abundance of illustrations with minimal use of mathematical formulas. To keep pace with the rapidly evolving network technology, the 4th edition has undergone changes in both structure and content. A new chapter, "Network Management in the Internet" (Chapter 28), has been added; the revised Chapters 30, 31, and 32 address the latest security issues in the Internet and network construction, reflecting the growing importance of security; and topics such as multiplexing, SONET technology, IP addressing, and switching are covered. The online learning center at www.mhhe.com/forouzan provides additional resources for reference.