Edward Tetz: Cisco Networking All-in-One For Dummies, Kartoniert / Broschiert

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Need to network with the best of 'em? Get started with Cisco and this book

So you're going to manage a Cisco network, and you're a little overwhelmed by all that entails? Fear not, brave network admin! Here's a practical, hands-on guide to each major aspect of a Cisco network. Learn all about TCP/IP, how to work with switches and routers, advice on laying out a wireless network, how to keep your network secure, and more.

• All for one - learn the network management basics that apply to all types of networks

• Know the parts - get a complete overview of the products that make up a typical office network

• Translate alphabet soup - understand IPv4, IPv6, TCP, UDP, ARP, LANs, and VLANs

• Switch it on - examine the essentials of switches, make switch configurations, and establish fault tolerance

• The route to success - see what routers do; configure the router, serial connections, and WAN links; and choose a routing protocol

• Plan your WLAN - understand wireless benefits, different wireless technologies, and Cisco wireless solutions

• Lock it down - secure your network with Cisco's Adaptive Security Appliances or with ACLs and NAT

• Do it right - know the likely attacks and follow security best practices

Open the book and find:

• A detailed look at network design

• Binary and hexadecimal essentials

• How to work with the Cisco IOS

• What you should know about network classes

• A guide to Cisco Discovery Protocol

• Technologies involved in creating a WAN

• Tips on wireless frequency management

• How to combat DDOS and sniffer attacks

6 books in 1

• Overview

• Internet Protocols

• Switching

• Routing

• Wireless

• Security