In-Depth Understanding of Linux Network Internals (Photocopy Edition)

Author: (Italian) Christian Benvenuti
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Publish Date: 2006-05-01
Features: This book systematically explains the fundamental concepts of networking and guides you on how to implement them using C. It also describes the entirety of Linux networking, explaining how Linux code works, the purpose of major network features, the main issues in network communication, and how to choose between different solutions. Additionally, the book includes numerous flowcharts and other diagrams to aid understanding. The popularity of Linux is largely due to its rich features and effective network protocol stack. If you have ever marveled at Linux's ability to handle such complex tasks, or if you simply want to learn modern networking through real-world examples, Understanding the Linux Network Internals will provide you with guidance. Like other O'Reilly bestsellers, Understanding the Linux Network Internals clearly explains the basic concepts of networking and guides you on how to implement them using C. While prior TCP/IP experience is helpful, beginners can still learn about the protocols themselves and a wealth of application information from this book. Once you thoroughly master these networking tools, you can use the code included with the book to accurately pinpoint how the most important parts of the Linux kernel work. The implementation or failure of network functions is often handled by different code blocks at different times, which is part of the difficulty in understanding and implementing networking. One of the book's successes is describing how these code blocks integrate and the relationships between numerous functions and data structures. Understanding the Linux Network Internals not only provides an overview of Linux networking but also serves as an effective guide to its details. Author Christian Benvenuti is a designer focused on operating system networking. In the book, he not only explains how Linux code works but also elaborates on the purpose of major network features and how to choose between different solutions. The book also includes numerous flowcharts and other diagrams to aid understanding.