Token-ring networks: characteristics, operation, construction and management
Choice Reviews Online · 1994
From the Publisher: A comprehensive reference which strikes a balance between theory and practicality. Details the operation and usage of IBM 4- and 16-Mbps token-ring networks as well as the 100-Mbps Fiber Distributed Data Interface (FDDI) network. Contains information on signal coding techniques to provide readers with an insight to determining error conditions and understanding coding efficiencies that affect network performance. Covers the function and utilization of various local and wide area networking devices such as repeaters, bridges, routers and gateways.