Communication Network -- Basic Concepts and Main Structure (Second Edition)

Author: (USA) Garcia, A.L., (USA) Widjaja, I. (editors), translated by Wang Haitao, Li Jianhua, etc.
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Publish Date: 2005-09-01
Features: With the development and popularization of the Internet, communication networks have also undergone revolutionary changes (i.e., shifting from standard networks based on telephone structures to networks based on IP structures). Leveraging the Internet, they have further expanded high-speed new services and applications, gradually forming the architecture of next-generation networks, bringing profound impacts to various industries and lifestyles. This book introduces the basic concepts and main structures of communication networks, divided into three parts:
Part I introduces the key concepts and functions that form the foundation of layered network architecture, and explains how the various components of the network architecture work together through familiar network services and applications (such as web browsing, email, and voice calls).
Part II focuses on the processing mechanisms of the lower four layers of the protocol stack, specifically discussing various transmission media, different types of networks, protocols, and various switching and control mechanisms.
Part III covers important topics such as IPv4 and IPv6, ATM networks, network security, and multimedia standards.
This book is comprehensive, rich in examples, and maintains tight logical connections between its sections and chapters, making it easy for readers to learn progressively. It is also equipped with numerous exercises to help readers review and learn.
This book is suitable for students and teachers in electrical engineering, computer science, and related fields. It can be used as a textbook for computer networks and communication networks courses, as well as a reference for network technical service personnel in various industries.