The Principles of Computer Networking

This 1989 book provides an introduction to the immensely important area of computer networking.

D. Russell (Author)

9780521339926, Cambridge University Press

Paperback, published 16 November 1989

534 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 3 cm, 0.78 kg

"There is a lot of material in this book, and it is likely to be useful as a source book for upper-level undergraduate communications engineers and conputer scientists." Choice

This 1989 book provides an introduction to the immensely important area of computer networking. The book covers everything from systems linked by telephone lines to tightly coupled networks of processors using high speed links, and the correspondingly broad range of techniques that are needed. The emphasis throughout is on the understanding of the principles that may rapidly become out of date. However, detailed discussion of standards and systems is given where they are widely accepted and likely to be long-lasting. In particular the ARPANET and OSI standards are discussed. The author's style is extremely accessible, and many real-life examples are given to illustrate the discussion.

1. Data transmission
2. Error detection and recovery
3. Shared media
4. Flow control
5. Network routing and congestion
6. Network service and interface
7. Terminal support
8. Presentation
9. File transfer and access
10. Network mail
11. Application level services
12. Performance and system issues
13. Network management
14. Security and authentication
15. Gateways
16. Standards
Glossary
Index.

Subject Areas: Computer networking & communications [UT]