Local Area Network Construction and Application Examples

Author: Du Fangdong
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Publish Date: 2003-05-01
Features: With the development of computer technology and communication technology, local area networks (LANs) have become ubiquitous in our daily lives and work. There are two ways to define a LAN: one is a functional definition, which refers to a group of computers and related devices within a relatively short physical distance, equipped with transmission media and network systems to achieve inter-computer communication and resource sharing; the other is a technical definition, which refers to a network system interconnected by specific types of transmission media such as cables, optical fibers, and wireless media, and monitored by a network operating system. This book is divided into four parts based on the different operating systems used to set up LANs. Each part follows the principle of progressing from simple to complex, with the earlier examples covering the basic techniques for setting up a LAN, and the later examples focusing on practical tips. This enables beginners to not only independently construct LANs but also become familiar with more advanced applications of LANs.